Description
Spaghetti with Garlic and Oil (Aglio E Olio) is a simple yet delicious dish that highlights the flavors of garlic and olive oil.
Ingredients
Scale
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking until the garlic is golden but not burned.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to combine with the garlic oil.
- If needed, add reserved pasta water to loosen the pasta.
- Season with salt and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For additional flavor, consider adding grated parmesan cheese on top.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and red pepper flakes to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Spaghetti, Garlic, Aglio E Olio, Quick Recipes