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Delicious Orange Spaghetti Recipe

Delicious Orange Spaghetti Recipe

Sara Collins
The Delicious Orange Spaghetti Recipe is a bright twist on classic pasta. This recipe mixes spaghetti with a creamy orange sauce that is sweet, tangy and fresh.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz 340 g spaghetti
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 oranges juice and zest
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

Step 1: Cook the pasta

  • Boil water in a pot. Add salt. Cook spaghetti until al dente. Drain and keep aside.

Step 2: Prepare the sauce

  • Heat butter and oil in a saucepan. Add garlic. Cook for one minute.

Step 3: Add orange flavor

  • Pour in orange juice and zest. Stir well. Let it simmer.

Step 4: Make it creamy

  • Add heavy cream. Stir until the sauce thickens.

Step 5: Add cheese

  • Mix in Parmesan cheese. Stir until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 6: Combine pasta

  • Add cooked spaghetti to the sauce. Toss until fully coated.

Step 7: Serve

  • Garnish with parsley and extra zest. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use fresh oranges for better taste.
  • Do not overcook garlic, or it will taste bitter.
  • Save some pasta water to adjust the sauce thickness.
  • Use Parmesan cheese for rich flavor.
  • Serve fresh, as the sauce thickens when cold.
Keyword Delicious Orange Spaghetti Recipe