Description
Pasta chips are a delightful twist on traditional snacks, transforming your favorite pasta into irresistibly crispy bites. Seasoned to perfection and baked until golden brown, these crunchy morsels are perfect for sharing during movie nights or game days. With endless flavor possibilities, you can customize them to match your taste. Simple to prepare with just a few ingredients, pasta chips are sure to elevate your snacking experience!
Ingredients
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- 8 oz short pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook the pasta in boiling water until al dente, about 7-9 minutes. Drain well and let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, toss the cooled pasta with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned pasta in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through for even cooking.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese while warm.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (28g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg