That's Shallota Flavor Spaghetti

Get ready to elevate your pasta night with "That's Shallota Flavor Spaghetti," a simple yet luxurious dish that celebrates the rich, caramelized sweetness of shallots. This recipe transforms everyday ingredients into a crave-worthy, restaurant-quality meal in just 45 minutes. Delicate strands of al dente spaghetti are tossed in a luscious sauce infused with golden-brown caramelized shallots, fragrant garlic, fresh thyme, and a touch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. A splash of reserved pasta water and a generous helping of Parmesan cheese create a silky, flavorful coating, while fresh parsley and zesty lemon zest brighten every bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining, this spaghetti recipe is comfort food redefined.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 6 large shallots
• 4 large garlic cloves
• 6 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup reserved pasta water

Directions

Step 1

Peel and thinly slice the shallots into rings. Mince the garlic cloves and set aside.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining. Drain and set the pasta aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until melted.

Step 4

Add the shallots to the skillet and cook, stirring frequently, for 12-15 minutes or until they are golden brown and caramelized. Reduce the heat slightly if they start to brown too quickly.

Step 5

Stir the minced garlic into the skillet with the shallots and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the fresh thyme leaves, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet. Toss the pasta with the shallot mixture until well coated.

Step 8

Add the reserved pasta water a few tablespoons at a time to loosen the sauce, stirring constantly. Use only as much as needed to create a silky texture.

Step 9

Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, the chopped parsley, grated Parmesan cheese, and lemon zest. Toss everything together until the butter is melted, the cheese is incorporated, and the pasta is evenly coated.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 11

Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1075.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1836.1

Total Fat 115.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 226mg	0%
Sodium 3105.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 168.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 27.1g
Protein 46.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 683.8mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 1399.1mg	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: 54.8%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 35.4%