Fresh Hotel Crispy Garlic Parmesan Pasta
A restaurant-quality pasta dish with golden, crispy garlic and Parmesan shavings, finished with a velvety sauce that coats every strand perfectly. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 25 minutes pairs pasta (fusilli or spaghetti), olive oil, thinly sliced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta (fusilli or spaghetti)
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 6, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp, finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup, finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
- Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add sliced garlic and cook gently for 4-5 minutes until golden and fragrant (do not brown). Remove from heat immediately to prevent burning.
- Step 3: Add drained pasta to skillet with 2 tbsp reserved pasta water, parsley, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan, butter, salt, and pepper. Toss vigorously for 2 minutes until sauce clings to pasta.
- Step 4: Transfer pasta to a serving dish. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup grated Parmesan and extra parsley. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan for sprinkling.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Fresh Hotel Crispy Garlic Parmesan Pasta take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Fresh Hotel Crispy Garlic Parmesan Pasta?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pasta (fusilli or spaghetti) from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Fresh Hotel Crispy Garlic Parmesan Pasta?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Fresh Hotel Crispy Garlic Parmesan Pasta for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Fresh Hotel Crispy Garlic Parmesan Pasta?
Italian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better pasta dishes though.
