Angel Hair Pasta with Garlic, Herbs & Parmesan

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor while being lower in calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a more affordable option with a neutral flavor.

Boil water in a large pot and add salt.

Cook the angel hair pasta according to package instructions until al dente.

While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Add sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Stir in red pepper flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds.

Drain the pasta, reserving some pasta water.

Add the drained pasta to the skillet with garlic oil.

Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a sauce.

Stir in chopped parsley and basil, mixing well.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Serve hot, topped with grated parmesan cheese.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens