Description
A quick and delicious way to transform your leftover spaghetti into a crispy, cheesy skillet meal. This recipe uses butter and Italian seasonings to fry spaghetti until golden brown, topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese for a comforting twist on classic pasta.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 4 cups leftover spaghetti with sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Crushed red pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a medium to large non-stick skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of salted butter over medium-high heat to prepare the base for frying.
- Add Spaghetti and Seasonings: Add 4 cups of leftover spaghetti along with half of the shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper to taste. Toss gently to combine and evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Fry Spaghetti: Cook the mixture for 7 to 8 minutes on medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, allowing the edges to brown and become crispy while the cheese partially melts into the pasta.
- Add Remaining Cheese and Melt: Top the skillet with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil and cook for an additional minute, or until the cheese on top has melted completely.
- Serve: Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, remove from heat and serve the fried spaghetti immediately in bowls, enjoying the crispy and cheesy texture.
Notes
- Using leftover spaghetti that already has sauce works best for flavor and prevents the dish from drying out.
- Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper depending on your preferred spice level.
- For extra crispiness, allow the spaghetti edges to brown without stirring too frequently.
- You can substitute mozzarella and Parmesan with other cheeses like cheddar or provolone if desired.
- This dish is best served immediately to enjoy the crispy texture; leftovers may lose crispiness.
