🍝 budget-friendly pasta recipe


Hi Reader,

Want to know what I make for dinner when I'm short on groceries?

πŸ‘‰ Olive Oil Garlic Pasta​

Because I always have spaghetti, olive oil, garlic, salt, and crushed red chili flakes in my pantry.

Diana said, "I am Italian and have been making this forever, just like this. It is my all time go to pasta dish. I was thrilled to see it here."

Love and Veggies,

Amy

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