Spaghetti with Ramps
A delightful and simple pasta dish featuring fresh ramps for a unique garlic-like flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 package 16 ounce package spaghetti
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 bunch ramps – leaves washed, dried, and finely chopped
- to taste Salt
- to taste Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese or to taste
Instructions
Cooking Pasta
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
- Once the water reaches a rolling boil, add the spaghetti and stir occasionally. Cook for about 12 minutes or until it is tender yet firm to the bite (al dente).
Sautéing Ramps
- Heat one tablespoon of olive oil over low heat in a skillet.
- Add finely chopped ramps and sauté gently for around 3 to 5 minutes until they have softened.
Combining Ingredients
- Drain the spaghetti, reserving about 1/4 cup of the pasta water.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the sautéed ramps. Pour in a bit of the reserved pasta water and toss everything together.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the top before serving.
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Notes
Best served fresh. Feel free to add a drizzle of olive oil, fresh herbs for garnish, or a side salad to complement the dish.