A sprinkle of walnut-studded breadcrumbs is a good contrast to delicate pasta.

Ingredients

1(16-oz.)pkg.

Add spaghetti; prepare according to package directions, stirring occasionally.

Southern Living Garlicky Black Walnut-Breadcrumb Pasta in the pan to serve

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Meanwhile, heat butter and 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium.

Add panko; cook, stirring often, until browned and toasted, 3 to 4 minutes.

Stir in walnuts; cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute.

Remove panko mixture from skillet, setting aside in a small bowl (wipe skillet clean).

Reserve 1 cup of the cooking water; drain spaghetti, and set aside at room temperature.

Heat remaining 4 tablespoons oil in skillet over medium-low.

Stir in parsley and panko mixture.