Angel Hair Pasta with Garlic and Herbs

Garlic and herb angel hair pasta topped with fresh tomatoes.

Angel Hair Pasta with Garlic and Herbs

This angel hair pasta recipe is tender noodles coated in garlic, fresh herbs, olive oil, butter and parmesan cheese. Add a fresh tomato topping for a memorable side dish or lighter main course option!

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Italian

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings

Calories 353kcal

Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

8 ounces angel hair pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons garlic
1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs such as parsley, chives, dill and/or basil
1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
additional chopped herbs for garnish optional

Instructions

Cook the pasta in salted water according to package directions.
Place the butter and olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
After the butter has melted, stir in the garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds, stirring constantly.
Drain the pasta and add it to the pan. Add the herbs and parmesan cheese to the pan, along with salt and pepper to taste, then toss to coat the pasta.
Top with tomatoes. Sprinkle with additional herbs for garnish if desired, then serve.

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Notes

Take care not to overcook your pasta! It’s really easy to cook it for too long, and you’ll end up with a mushy texture.
Freshly grated parmesan cheese tastes best in this recipe. The tubs of pre-grated cheese often contain stabilizers and anti caking agents and they don’t taste as good or melt as well.

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