Caesar-Inspired Angel Hair Pasta

Name: Caesar-Inspired Angel Hair Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz Angel Hair Pasta; 2 tsp Black Pepper; 1 tsp Butter; 0.25 tsp Dijon Mustard; 1.5 tbsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil; 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley; 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese; 1 whole Lemon; 1 tsp Minced Garlic; 0.25 cup Panko; 2 tsp Salt; 1 tsp Sea Salt; 1.5 tsp Worcestershire Sauce

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 Italian 🇮🇹 Sugar-Free Vegetarian 🥦Halal 🕌Comfort-Food

Caesar-Inspired Angel Hair Pasta captures the garlicky, pepper-forward punch of a classic Caesar with nutty Parmesan and a whisper of Worcestershire for umami depth. Toasted panko lends a crouton-like crunch, while lemon zest and parsley keep each bite bright. Serve it as a quick weeknight side or a light main alongside grilled chicken or roasted vegetables.

Prep10 mins
Cook20 mins
Serves4
DifficultyEasy

1

Gather all the ingredients.
2

For the breadcrumbs, combine the oil, butter, and bread crumbs in a skillet. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until toasted and golden brown, about 3 minutes. Add the parsley and lemon zest; season with salt. Cook, stirring, until the citrus aroma is very strong, about 15 seconds. Transfer the crumbs to a small bowl and set aside.
3

For the pasta, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the angel hair and cook, stirring frequently during the first 30 seconds, until slightly firm, about 3 minutes total.
4

Meanwhile, combine the olive oil, garlic, and pepper in a skillet. Cook over medium heat just until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Once the pasta has cooked for about 3 minutes, scoop out 1/2 cup pasta water and add it to the skillet. Stir in the mustard and Worcestershire sauce.
5

Increase the heat and bring to a boil, stirring constantly to blend the water with the oil, about 1 minute. Reduce the heat to low. Using tongs, transfer the pasta to the skillet. Alternatively, reserve 1 cup pasta water, drain the pasta thoroughly, then add the pasta to the skillet.
6

Return the heat to high; cook and stir the pasta until completely coated and the sauce is creamy. Add more pasta water 1 to 2 tablespoons at a time if needed. Remove the pasta from the heat and add the Parmesan; toss to coat.
7

Divide among serving bowls and top with the breadcrumbs.