Garlic and Thai Basil Spaghetti

A simple, flavorful pasta dish with fresh Thai basil, garlic, a splash of fish sauce, and grated provolone.

• Calories: 384 Calories

Ingredients

• salt to taste
• 4 cloves garlic
• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
• ¼ cup butter or margarine, melted
• 1 (16 ounce) package uncooked spaghetti
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
• 1 cup freshly grated provolone cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boil. Place spaghetti in pot, and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, and return spaghetti to pot.

Step 2

Meanwhile, place butter, olive oil, garlic, basil, fish sauce, and salt into a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped.

Step 3

Stir garlic and basil mixture into cooked spaghetti until evenly coated. Sprinkle half of the provolone on top, then stir until the cheese has melted. Sprinkle the remaining cheese, and stir.