Spaghettini with Roasted Garlic

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Spaghettini with Roasted Garlic recipe—a simple yet flavor-packed pasta dish that celebrates the bold, caramelized sweetness of roasted garlic. Tender spaghettini is tossed in a silky sauce made from roasted garlic paste, extra virgin olive oil, and a hint of butter, delivering a perfectly balanced richness. A touch of crushed red chili flakes adds a gentle heat, while fresh parsley and Parmesan provide a pop of brightness and savory depth. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is a perfect blend of comforting and gourmet. Ideal for garlic lovers, it’s a delicious way to transform pantry staples into a restaurant-quality meal. Serve it as is, or pair it with a crisp green salad and crusty bread for the ultimate Italian-inspired feast!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 g spaghettini pasta
• 2 garlic bulbs
• 60 ml extra virgin olive oil
• 30 g unsalted butter
• 1 tsp crushed red chili flakes
• 30 g fresh parsley, chopped
• 50 g Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

Cut the tops off the two garlic bulbs to expose the cloves. Drizzle each bulb with 1 teaspoon of olive oil and wrap tightly in aluminum foil.

Step 3

Place the wrapped garlic bulbs in the oven and roast for 30 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and caramelized.

Step 4

While the garlic is roasting, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghettini according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 120 ml of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 5

Carefully remove the garlic from the oven and allow it to cool slightly. Squeeze the softened garlic cloves out of their skins and mash them into a paste with a fork.

Step 6

In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the remaining olive oil and butter. Add the roasted garlic paste and sauté for 1–2 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 7

Stir in the crushed red chili flakes, followed by the reserved pasta cooking water. Whisk until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.

Step 8

Add the cooked spaghettini to the skillet and toss to coat thoroughly in the garlic sauce. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Divide the spaghettini among four serving plates. Garnish with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy this aromatic, garlicky pasta dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(553.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1337.5

Total Fat 75.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 50mg	0%
Sodium 3233.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 129.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 4.9g
Protein 44.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 663.8mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 500.8mg	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: 49.2%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 37.7%