For an even more luxurious experience, consider adding sautéed shrimp or grilled chicken to the pasta. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your spice preference. Freshly grated Pecorino Romano is highly recommended for its sharp, salty flavor.
Indulge in the captivating allure of Roasted Garlic Pasta, a dish that unveils the sweet, mellow, rich, and nutty symphony of flavors born from perfectly roasted garlic. Whether it's a romantic dinner for two – perhaps elevated with succulent sea scallops – or a comforting solo indulgence, this pasta promises pure culinary delight.
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Add garlic to a small oven-safe dish; pour olive oil on top to submerge the garlic. Cover the dish with a lid or foil. (5 minutes)
Bake garlic in the preheated oven for 1 hour.
Add parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes to a large bowl. (5 minutes)
At the 50-minute mark of garlic roasting, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil; add pasta and cook until tender with a bite, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain; set aside to keep warm. (10 minutes)
Remove roasted garlic from the oven, and carefully pour off the oil into the bowl with parsley mixture. Add in roasted garlic, leaving cloves intact, or crushing some or all of them. Stir in cheese. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. (5 minutes)
Stir pasta into the bowl with sauce, coating each and every noodle. Divide between 2 bowls. Sprinkle with a little more cheese if desired, and enjoy. (5 minutes)
For an even more luxurious experience, consider adding sautéed shrimp or grilled chicken to the pasta. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your spice preference. Freshly grated Pecorino Romano is highly recommended for its sharp, salty flavor.
Flavie Roob
Jun 10, 2025So easy to make and incredibly flavorful. I love how simple yet elegant this dish is.
Phyllis Mcdermott
Jun 8, 2025Absolutely divine! The roasted garlic flavor is so intense and delicious. I added some shrimp, and it was a hit!
Ruth Mayer
Jun 7, 2025I was skeptical about roasting garlic for so long, but it's totally worth it! The sweetness it brings to the pasta is amazing.