Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 lb

spaghetti

4 tbsp

butter

melted

2 unit

garlic

minced

3 ounce

goat cheese

Chevre

4 ounce

feta cheese

cubed

8 ounce

diced tomatoes

diced

0.25 tsp

red pepper flakes

0.25 tsp

salt

to taste

0.25 tsp

pepper

to taste

1 tbsp

parsley

chopped

2 tbsp

capers

drained

0.25 cup

kalamata olive

chopped

Step 1
~3 min

Melt butter in a large saute pan over medium-low heat.

Step 2
~3 min

Boil spaghetti until al dente, reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water, and drain.

Step 3
~3 min

Sauté minced garlic in butter until lightly brown, being careful not to burn.

Step 4
~3 min

Add goat cheese, feta cheese, diced tomatoes, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine and cook the tomatoes slightly.

Step 5
~3 min

Add cooked pasta to the sauce and stir to combine.

Step 6
~3 min

Add reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.

Step 7
~3 min

Stir in drained capers and chopped kalamata olives, if desired.

Step 8
~3 min

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use fresh, high-quality tomatoes for the best flavor.

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your spice preference.

Toast the garlic lightly to enhance its flavor without burning it.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be partially made ahead; prepare the sauce and cook the pasta separately.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of crusty bread.

Pair with a simple green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Roasted vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Combines Greek and Italian culinary traditions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Casual gatherings
Weeknight dinners

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Casual gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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