Roasted Garlic Pasta Recipe

Name: Roasted Garlic Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 3 cups chicken broth; 1 head garlic, separated into cloves and peeled, plus 1 teaspoon minced; 1 pound pasta; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/4 cup fresh oregano, chopped; Salt, to taste; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 3/4 cup pasta cooking water; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional); Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Indulge in the irresistible aroma and flavor of Roasted Garlic Pasta! This recipe lets you choose your adventure: a classic Italian twist or a zesty Cajun kick. Perfectly roasted garlic cloves infuse a rich, savory sauce that coats your pasta to perfection. Easy to make, yet bursting with flavor, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Prepare for a garlic lover's dream!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Calories 387.3 kcal

Protein 31g

Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Roasted Garlic Pasta

3 cups chicken broth
1 head garlic, separated into cloves and peeled, plus 1 teaspoon minced
1 pound pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 cup fresh oregano, chopped
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
3/4 cup pasta cooking water
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

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How to Make Roasted Garlic Pasta

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a 9x12 inch baking dish, toss 1 1/2 cups chicken broth with the whole peeled garlic cloves.
Roast uncovered, tossing every 10-15 minutes, until the garlic is golden brown (about 25-30 minutes). Set aside to cool slightly.
While the garlic roasts, cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 3/4 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes; cook for 2-3 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the remaining 1 1/2 cups of chicken broth to the skillet and bring to a simmer.
Add the cooked pasta, roasted garlic cloves (squeeze the roasted cloves out of their skins into the sauce), and reserved pasta water to the skillet.
Toss to combine, cooking for 1-2 minutes, allowing the pasta to absorb the sauce. Add more pasta water if needed to achieve desired consistency.
Stir in the oregano, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
For Cajun style: Add 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper and 1/4 teaspoon paprika to the sauce in step 7.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra roasted garlic and fresh parsley (optional). Enjoy with a side salad and garlic bread!