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Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

A classic Italian pasta dish, Spaghetti Aglio e Olio combines spaghetti with olive oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes for a quick and flavorful meal.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 400

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Pasta

• 12 ounces spaghetti You can substitute with linguine if preferred.

Sauce

• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.
• 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced Adjust according to your preference.
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes Add more for extra heat.
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped For garnish and added flavor.
• Salt to taste For seasoning the pasta water.

Method

 

Cooking the Pasta

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.

Preparing the Sauce

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking until the garlic is golden but not burnt.
3. Remove from heat once the garlic is fragrant.

Combining

1. Once the pasta is done, reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
2. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic oil and toss to combine.
3. If the pasta seems dry, add some reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.
4. Stir in the chopped parsley and season with salt to taste.

Serving

1. Serve immediately with extra parsley and a drizzle of olive oil.

Notes

You can add grated Parmesan cheese for a richer flavor. For a vegetarian option, skip the cheese or use a vegan alternative.