Easy Skillet Artichoke Pasta, is a fast and easy Italian recipe. Fresh artichokes and spices tossed with Spaghetti or your favorite pasta makes this the perfect weekday or special occasion dinner idea.

I had never eaten an artichoke before, so when my mother-in-law served up another fast and easy pasta recipe with sautéed Artichokes and Spaghetti. I knew this Easy Skillet Artichoke and Spaghetti dish was destined to become another of my favourites.

Of all the vegetables we grow artichokes are the gold vegetable in this family. We wait in anticipation for the first arrivals, because these are the best, the tenderest and without a choke. Which are perfect for making Artichokes Alla Romana or if you pick them young and small enough you can make baby artichokes under oil, or if you like them breaded you could make fried artichokes or stuffed baked artichokes, if you are like me and can’t get enough pasta then this artichoke and sausage pasta might be to your liking!

One thing I learned very quickly when I came to Italy was that there certainly is more to Pasta then just a tomato or meat sauce. Pasta with some amazing Olive Oil, spices and whatever veggie is in season, makes one of the best meals ever.

Recipe Ingredients

Artichokes
Olive oil
Garlic chopped
Oregano
Salt
Hot pepper flakes –
Water
Spaghetti – long pasta or a bigger short pasta
Pecorino or Parmesan cheese – or a combination

How to clean Artichokes for Artichoke Pasta Recipe

Remove the tough outer leaves (4 or 5 levels).
Slice them in half and remove the choke
Then slice them again.

A simple, fast and delicious Easy Skillet Artichoke and Spaghetti Pasta recipe. Italian never tasted so good, and healthy.

How to make Artichoke Spaghetti

Add the sliced artichokes to a large pan with a little olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt and don’t forget a sprinkle or two of hot pepper flakes.

Toss with your cooked long pasta (we love this dish with a long pasta such as Spaghetti). Sprinkle with a little freshly grated Pecorino or Parmesan if you wish before serving. So good!

Pasta in a black pan and some on a black plate.

How To Cook Pasta

Always cook the pasta in enough water, you will need 4 cups (1 litre) for 3 1/2 ounces (100 grams) of pasta. Be sure to choose the correct size pot, you don’t want the water to reach the rim and overflow, because pasta, when cooked, can increase in volume up to three times. Always cover the pot when boiling the water, but remove it once the pasta has been added.

Calculate about 7 g of salt for every litre of water. Add the salt only when the water has reached a boil and never before.

After adding the pasta to the pot, bring it back to a boil and keep it at a boil while the pasta is cooking. This allows the pasta to achieve an even cooking, be sure to stir frequently while it is cooking.

Never pass the freshly drained pasta under running tap water. You should never stop the cooking, even when you are making a cold pasta salad, let it cool by adding a drizzle of olive oil to prevent it from sticking.

Which Type Of Pasta Shape Should I Use?

For this recipe I used spaghetti, but I think pretty much any long pasta or a short pasta such as rigatoni or penne pasta would work well with this recipe.

How Much Pasta To Use?

Rule of thumb is 2 ounces / 57 grams of dry pasta per person. Although you could increase to 2 1/2 ounces / 75 grams. This will yield approximately 1 1/4 – 1 3/4 cups cooked.

are Artichokes good for you?

Artichokes are not only a versatile ingredient in cooking but they are also very nutritious.They are rich in dietary fiber, they aid in digestion and help maintain a healthy gut, they can also contribute to lower blood sugar levels and improved heart health due to their high content of antioxidants and vitamin K. Artichokes are also packed with vitamin C. Incorporating artichokes into your diet can be a delicious and effective way to boost overall health, from improving digestive function to supporting heart health.

How to store leftover Artichoke pasta

Store any leftover pasta in an airtight container in the fridge. It will keep for up to 3-4 days. Re-heat on the stove or in the microwave.

If you are saying to yourself “Never, I don’t like artichokes” trust me, try it and then let me know. This Easy Skillet Artichoke and Spaghetti is fast and easy and I hope you give it a try! Buon Appetito!