Spaghetti Aglio e Olio Recipe
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5
14 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
464 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio Recipe
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Spaghetti Aglio e Olio is a simple pasta dish combining al dente spaghetti with gently sautéed garlic in olive oil and a touch of red pepper flakes. The flavor is enhanced by adding some pasta cooking water to create a light sauce, finished optionally with parsley and grated Parmesan. The texture balances tender pasta with the mild crunch of cooked garlic, delivering straightforward flavor from basic ingredients.
Description
This recipe cooks spaghetti until just tender, then drains it and combines it with garlic slices sautéed in olive oil over medium heat until golden but not burnt. Red pepper flakes are added for a hint of heat. The pasta is tossed with at least half a cup of the starchy pasta water to help emulsify the oil and garlic into a cohesive sauce that clings to the noodles. Optional garnishes include chopped fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese to add herbal brightness and savory depth. The dish is served immediately to preserve the delicate garlic flavor.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound spaghetti uncooked
- 6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ cup parsley chopped, optional
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated, optional
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a generous amount of salt and add pasta. Boil pasta until al dente.
- While the pasta is cooking heat a large skillet with the olive oil over medium to medium low heat. Add garlic and stir constantly to prevent burning. Cook the garlic just until golden. Stir in the red pepper flakes and remove from heat.
- Once the pasta is done cooking transfer to the skillet along with at least ½ cup of the pasta water. Toss to combine. If desired add the parsley and cheese and toss lightly to combine. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Nutrition details include the optional parsley and Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
464kcal
(23%)
Carbohydrates
58g
(19%)
Protein
17g
(34%)
Fat
18g
(28%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Cholesterol
15mg
(5%)
Sodium
263mg
(11%)
Potassium
215mg
(5%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
379IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
210mg
(21%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 464 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 464kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 58g | 19% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 263mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 215mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 379IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 210mg | 21% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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