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Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

Name: Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 400 g spaghetti; 8 cloves garlic; 60 ml extra virgin olive oil; 2 tsp dried chili flakes; 0.5 bunch fresh parsley; 1 to taste salt; 1 to taste freshly ground black pepper

Difficulty

easy

Time

25m

Price Category

cheap

Calories

Medium

Spaghetti Aglio e Olio is a classic Italian pasta dish that truly shines in its simplicity. Made with just a few basic ingredients, it's incredibly flavorful and satisfying. Garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes form the base, elevated with fresh parsley. It's the perfect choice for a quick weeknight dinner when you crave something light yet delicious.

ingredients

4 Servings

400 g spaghetti8 cloves garlic60 ml extra virgin olive oil2 tsp dried chili flakes0.5 bunch fresh parsley1 to taste salt1 to taste freshly ground black pepper

Steps

Cook Pasta

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package directions until al dente, usually 8-10 minutes. Before draining, reserve about 1 cup (240 ml) of the pasta cooking water.

Garlic Oil

While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced garlic and chili flakes. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden. Be careful not to burn it!

Combine & Emulsify

Drain the spaghetti and immediately add it to the skillet with the garlic oil. Pour in about half a cup (120 ml) of the reserved pasta cooking water and toss thoroughly. Continue to cook and toss for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly thicken and coat the pasta. Add more pasta water if needed to achieve a creamy consistency.

Serve

Remove from heat, stir in the fresh chopped parsley, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately, perhaps with a drizzle of extra olive oil.

Extra Tips

► Don't forget the pasta water! This magical liquid helps emulsify the sauce and makes the dish incredibly creamy.

► Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil, as it's the soul of this dish.

► Don't overcook the garlic, as it can turn bitter. Just sauté until fragrant and lightly golden.

Nutrition

	Per 100g	Per Serving 200g / 7 oz
Calories	250 kcal	500 kcal
Protein	8g	16g
Fat	12g	24g
Carbohydrate	28g	56g
Fiber	2g	4g
Sugar	1g	2g

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