Roasted Garlic Pasta

Roasted Garlic Pasta is a comforting dish where al dente pasta is coated in a creamy roasted garlic and olive oil sauce, enriched with Parmesan cheese, fresh basil, and parsley. Perfect for a satisfying meal any day of the week.

Ingredients:

• 15 cloves garlic
• 1/3 cup, plus 2 tablespoons Ultra Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil, divided
• 1 pound dried pasta
• 2 tablespoons kosher salt, plus 2 teaspoons, divided
• 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, divided, plus additional for serving
• 1/4 cup torn fresh basil leaves
• 1/3 cup freshly chopped parsley

Instructions:

1. Position rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place garlic cloves in a small, ovenproof pan and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Toss to coat evenly.
2. Place the pan in the oven and roast until garlic is light golden brown, about 15 minutes. Remove promptly.
3. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 2 tablespoons salt and cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1 and 1/2 cups of the pasta cooking liquid. Drain the remaining water and toss pasta with a bit of olive oil to prevent sticking.
4. When the garlic has finished roasting, transfer the cloves and any oil left in the pan to a food processor or blender. Add 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and pulse a few times to combine. With the processor or blender running, slowly pour in the remaining 1/3 cup olive oil and blend until mostly smooth.
5. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic-olive oil mixture and cook for 30 seconds. Add the reserved pasta cooking liquid. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and add the remaining 2 teaspoons salt. Simmer for 5 minutes, until reduced by about 1/3.
6. Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat. Remove from heat, add remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, basil, and parsley, then toss well. Allow the mixture to rest for 5 minutes so the noodles absorb the sauce.
7. Serve warm, topped with additional Parmesan cheese.