Crunchy baked pasta coated in garlic, olive oil, and Parmesan, perfect for snacking or as a tasty side.
# List of ingredients:
→ Pasta
01 - 9 oz short pasta such as penne, rigatoni, or fusilli
02 - 1 teaspoon salt for boiling water
→ Coating
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
05 - 2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (optional)
08 - 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
→ Garnish
09 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
10 - Additional grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
# How to make it:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until just al dente, about 1 to 2 minutes less than the package recommendation. Drain thoroughly and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
03 - Place the warm pasta in a mixing bowl. Toss with olive oil and minced garlic until evenly coated.
04 - Add grated Parmesan cheese, black pepper, dried Italian herbs, and chili flakes if desired. Toss until each piece is well coated.
05 - Arrange the pasta in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, turning once halfway through, until crisp and golden.
06 - Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan cheese before serving.
