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TikTok Spaghetti

TikTok Spaghetti is a quick and delicious dish that brings a burst of flavor to your table. This viral recipe combines al dente spaghetti with juicy cherry tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fresh basil, all tossed in extra virgin olive oil and finished with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining friends, this easy-to-make pasta dish is sure to impress!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz dried spaghetti
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. 1. Boil the pasta: Fill a large pot with salted water and bring it to a rolling boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. 2. Prepare the sauce: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes until softened.
  3. 3. Combine: Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining the spaghetti. Add drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic-tomato mixture.
  4. 4. Create creaminess: Gradually pour reserved pasta water into the skillet while tossing to create a silky sauce.
  5. 5. Season: Mix in fresh basil leaves and red pepper flakes (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. 6. Serve: Plate the spaghetti and top generously with grated Parmesan cheese. Drizzle with additional olive oil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plate (about 250g)Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 210mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

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