Baked pasta tossed with garlic, paprika, and Parmesan delivers a crunchy, savory bite perfect for any occasion.
# Components:
→ Pasta
01 - 7 oz short pasta such as rigatoni, penne, or farfalle
→ Oil
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Seasonings
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
06 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
07 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
09 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional, or substitute nutritional yeast for vegan)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Boil the pasta in generously salted water until al dente. Drain and thoroughly pat dry using a clean towel.
03 - Transfer the pasta to a mixing bowl; coat with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, chili flakes if using, sea salt, black pepper, and Parmesan or nutritional yeast.
04 - Arrange seasoned pasta evenly in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Bake for 18–22 minutes, tossing pasta halfway through, until golden and crisp.
06 - Allow pasta chips to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy as a snack or pair with dips.
