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This quick pasta is made with Garlic, Anchovy, and Basil.

Pasta with Garlic, Anchovy, and Basil

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Quick pasta tossed in garlic, anchovy, and fresh basil. Cook the pasta first, because the sauce is ready in 2 minutes. Perfect summer dish!
Course Main Course, Noodles
Cuisine Italian
Keyword anchovy, basil, herb, Italian food, noodles, pasta, quick, summer
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2 people
Author Holly Ford

Ingredients

  • 8 oz pasta
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 pieces anchovies packed in olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes
  • 1 cup fresh basil julienned
  • 4-6 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • more olive oil to taste

Instructions

  • Bring a pot of water to bring. Add the salt and pasta. Cook the pasta according to the package direction.
  • When the pasta is about to finish, heat olive oil in a skillet and add the garlic, anchovies, and chili flakes (if using) and cook until the anchovies dissolves, about 1 minute.
  • Add the cooked pasta and the basil to the skillet and toss. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Drizzle more olive oil if needed. Serve immediately.