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Crispy Cheesy Leftover Pasta
Italian30 minutes or less

Crispy Cheesy Leftover Pasta

Cold leftover pasta gets a second life in a hot skillet, developing crispy golden edges and melty cheese.

15 min2 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 cups leftover pasta · tossed in sauce or plain
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley · chopped

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat the skillet

    Place a large non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

  2. 2

    Add the pasta

    Add the leftover pasta to the skillet, spreading it out into an even layer and pressing down gently with a spatula.

  3. 3

    Crisp the bottom

    Cook without stirring for 4 to 5 minutes until the bottom layer of pasta is golden brown and crispy.

  4. 4

    Melt the cheese

    Sprinkle the garlic powder, mozzarella, and parmesan evenly over the pasta. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 2 minutes until the cheese is fully melted.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Slide the pasta onto a cutting board or plate, garnish with fresh parsley, and cut into wedges to serve.