Ina Garten Midnight Pasta Recipe
Ina Garten Midnight Pasta Recipe brings easy comfort using spaghetti, garlic, olive oil, chili flakes, and parmesan for a quick midnight pasta fix.
Equipment
- Large pot for boiling pasta
- Skillet or sauté pan
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Knife and cutting board
- Colander
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 200 g spaghetti or linguine
- 3 tbsp olive oil extra virgin preferred
- 4 cloves garlic thinly sliced
- 1 tsp red chili flakes adjust to taste
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley optional
- 1/2 cup pasta water reserved
Instructions
Step 1: Boil the pasta
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente. Before draining, reserve about half a cup of pasta water.
Step 2: Heat the oil
- In a skillet, add olive oil and warm it gently over medium heat.
Step 3: Add garlic and chili flakes
- Add sliced garlic and red pepper flakes. Let them sizzle slowly until fragrant and lightly golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 4: Combine pasta
- Add cooked pasta directly into the skillet. Toss well so it absorbs the flavored oil.
Step 5: Adjust texture
- Add reserved pasta water little by little to create a silky sauce.
Step 6: Finish with cheese
- Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
Step 7: Serve immediately
- Top with parsley and extra cheese if desired.
- That’s it. Quick, simple, and deeply satisfying.
Notes
- Don’t rush the garlic—it should be golden, not dark
- Always reserve pasta water before draining
- Use good olive oil; it changes everything
- Adjust chili flakes based on your mood
- Serve immediately for best texture