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Ingredients
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Pasta
Caprese Salad
Garlic Bread
Method
Pasta
- 1
Cook the Spaghetti
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Toss in the cooked spaghetti, adding reserved pasta water as needed. Season with salt, black pepper, and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
Caprese Salad
- 3
Assemble the Salad
Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella. On a serving plate, layer the tomato slices, mozzarella slices, and basil leaves. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and season with salt and black pepper.
Garlic Bread
- 4
Prepare the Garlic Butter
In a small bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.
- 5