Spicy Garlic Mushroom Leftover Pasta

Name: Spicy Garlic Mushroom Leftover Pasta
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 ounces leftover cooked pasta; 12 ounces cremini mushrooms; 5 large garlic cloves; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 0.25 cup fresh parsley; 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

A savory, medium-spiced pasta dish transforming leftovers into a hearty meal with garlic, mushrooms, and a touch of heat.

Cuisine: Italian

Cooking time: 20 minutes

Serves: 4

Ingredients

12 ounces leftover cooked pasta
12 ounces cremini mushrooms
5 large garlic cloves
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
0.25 cup fresh parsley
0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 tablespoon lemon juice
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Clean and slice mushrooms. Finely chop garlic and parsley.
2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and sauté until browned, about 6 minutes.
3. Add chopped garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Sauté until fragrant, 2 minutes.
4. Add leftover pasta to skillet. Toss to coat and heat through, about 4 minutes.
5. Stir in lemon juice and half the parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
6. Serve hot, topped with parmesan and remaining parsley.

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