Homemade Cheesy Spaghetti O’s

Linda made this the other day and I've been craving it ever since, so I had to try it!!  It was DELICOUS and tasted like my childhood - only healthier :)  It even had a little kick - so good!!!

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons salted butter

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

3 cloves garlic, chopped

1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano

chili flakes

⅓ cup tomato paste

2 cups Anellini or other small pasta

kosher salt and black pepper

1 teaspoon onion powder

½ teaspoon paprika

1 cup grated parmesan cheese

½ cup grated pecorino cheese

½ cup fresh basil

1. Melt together the butter, olive oil, garlic, oregano, and chili flakes in a large pot over medium heat. Cook until the butter turns golden, about 5 minutes.

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3. Reduce the heat to low, stir in the tomato paste. Cook 1-2 minutes, then pour over 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta, onion powder, paprika, and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until the pasta is al dente, about 12 minutes.

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1. Stir in the parmesan, pecorino, and basil until the cheese is melted.

Serve immediately topped with fresh basil. Eat!