Spaghetti with Toasted Bread Crumbs

Spaghetti topped with Toasted Bread Crumbs – This quick, easy and budget friendly meal comes together in 30 minutes or less – Topped simply with read pepper flakes, crushed fennel seeds and cheese.

3 slices French bread
2 tablespoons butter
6 garlic cloves, minced
½ teaspoon coarsely crushed fennel seeds
Generous pinch red pepper flakes
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for drizzling
8 ounces spaghetti
Romano or Parmesan cheese, for grating
Lemon zest, for topping (optional)

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