Spaghetti with Garlic and Basil

from ButterYum

makes 6-8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound leftover cooked plain spaghetti

  • 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced or crushed

  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn into bite-size pieces

  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan or romano cheese

  • kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste

Directions

  1. If spaghetti is cold, reheat gently by soaking in hot water for a couple of minutes, drain well.

  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, combine olive oil and butter, stirring until butter melts.

  3. Add garlic and continue stirring until the garlic smells fragrant, 30-60 seconds. Immediately add the torn basil leaves, cooked spaghetti, and cheese.

  4. Remove from heat and toss to coat.

  5. Taste and add salt and pepper as needed.