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Flavorful Pasta with Pink Himalayan Salt

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A simple and quick pasta recipe that uses pink Himalayan salt to enhance flavor and texture, creating a delicious and satisfying meal with minimal ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces (225 grams) pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or penne)
  • 2 tablespoons pink Himalayan salt for boiling water
  • Pinch of pink Himalayan salt for finishing
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped finely
  • 1/4 cup (about 25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring 4 quarts (3.8 liters) of water to a rolling boil in a large pot. Add 2 tablespoons of pink Himalayan salt to the water.
  2. Add 8 ounces (225 grams) of pasta to the boiling water. Stir occasionally and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Taste test around 7 minutes to avoid overcooking.
  3. While pasta cooks, heat 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté gently until fragrant and golden, about 1-2 minutes. Avoid burning the garlic.
  4. Reserve 1/2 cup (120 ml) of pasta water, then drain the pasta in a colander.
  5. Transfer drained pasta to the skillet with garlic oil. Toss well to coat. If pasta feels dry, add a splash of reserved pasta water to create a silky texture.
  6. Add freshly ground black pepper and a pinch of pink Himalayan salt to taste. Toss again. Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top. If using, add grated Parmesan cheese and toss gently.
  7. Serve immediately, sprinkling a few coarse pink Himalayan salt crystals on top for added texture and flavor.

Notes

Avoid burning the garlic to prevent bitterness. Use reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce and create a silky texture. Finish with a light sprinkle of pink Himalayan salt for a subtle mineral crunch. For dairy-free, omit Parmesan or substitute with nutritional yeast. Whole wheat or gluten-free pasta can be used as alternatives.

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