Garlic Angel Hair Pasta

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Makes

8 servings

Updated: Sep. 30, 2022
From Dalhart, Texas, Denise Baumert serves up a savory side dish with wonderful garlic flavor. "I add the cloves to the noodles as they are cooking for fast and flavorful results," she explains. At only 11¢ a serving, this pleasing pasta is a thrifty accompaniment to most any lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
  • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
  • 1/4 cup butter, cubed
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon minced chives
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt, optional

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions, adding garlic to the water. Drain; discard garlic.
  2. Transfer pasta to a serving bowl; add butter. Toss gently until butter is melted. Add the Parmesan, chives and garlic salt if desired; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts

1/2 cup: 103 calories, 4g fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 152mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat.