Description
Spaghetti with Garlic and Oil (Aglio E Olio) is a quick, flavorful dish that brings the essence of Italy to your table. With just five simple ingredients, this pasta dish combines al dente spaghetti with fragrant garlic sautéed in rich olive oil, finished off with a sprinkle of red pepper flakes and fresh parsley. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings, it invites everyone to indulge in its warm, comforting embrace. Prepare to savor every bite as you recreate this classic in less than 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dried spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti: Boil a large pot of salted water and cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- Sauté the garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and golden (about 1-2 minutes).
- Add heat: Stir in red pepper flakes and let them bloom for 30 seconds.
- Combine: Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss well to combine. If needed, add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
- Finish: Toss in chopped parsley and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 394
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg