Tantalizing Tuesday...Parmesan Pasta

Parmesan Pasta

Serves 4

INGREDIENTS:

1 package whole wheat thin spaghetti [13.5-oz]

1 cup shaved parmesan cheese

1-tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

1/4-teaspoon sea salt

1/4-teaspoon ground black pepper

1/4-teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

PREPARATION:

Prepare pasta according to package directions.

[I don't use salt in the boiling water, thereby reducing the amount of sodium I consume.]

When pasta is cooked, drain and reserve 3/4 cup of the pasta water.

Put pasta and pasta water in a large mixing bowl. Add the remainder of the ingredients and toss until well incorporated.

Serve while hot.

NUTRITIONAL STATS:

per serving

Calories: 499

Carbs: 73g

Fats: 13g

Protein: 21g

Sodium: 520mg

This is a great main dish for your dinner. You can pair this with a green garden salad, or roasted brussel sprouts! Or serve alone!

This is perfect for those nights when you want a meatless meal!

The red pepper flakes add just a hint of spice to dress the dish!

You can add fresh diced parsley to dress it up and you have a great dish for dinner guests! And it takes less than 30 minutes to prepare!

Enjoy!!!