Spaghetti Angel

Transform your pasta night with "Spaghetti Angel," a heavenly twist on classic spaghetti that's rich, creamy, and bursting with flavor. This quick and easy recipe combines al dente spaghetti with a velvety Parmesan cream sauce infused with garlic and a hint of bright lemon zest. Elevated by the richness of butter and olive oil, and finished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor, this dish feels indulgent yet approachable. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties, Spaghetti Angel comes together in just 30 minutes and can be customized with optional crushed red pepper flakes for those who crave a touch of heat. Serve piping hot with extra Parmesan for a truly divine dining experience! Keywords: Spaghetti Angel recipe, creamy pasta, Parmesan cream sauce, easy spaghetti recipe, quick pasta dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams spaghetti
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.

Step 2

Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted and sizzling.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Let it simmer gently for 2 minutes.

Step 6

Gradually add the Parmesan cheese to the skillet, stirring constantly until it melts and forms a smooth, creamy sauce.

Step 7

Add the lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using), and stir to combine.

Step 8

Toss the cooked spaghetti into the sauce, ensuring it is evenly coated. If the sauce is too thick, add the reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach your desired consistency.

Step 9

Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the pasta and toss lightly to distribute.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from heat and serve immediately with extra grated Parmesan on top, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(805.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2235.4

Total Fat 159.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 382mg	0%
Sodium 3813.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 129.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.8g	0%
Total Sugars 3.9g
Protein 56.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 977.5mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 334.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.9%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 23.8%