"Simple" doesn't have to be boring, and there is no recipe that exemplifies this more than the Spaghetti Aglio E Olio. Translating to "spaghetti with garlic and olive oil," this simple, yet refined spaghetti dish is a staple in Italy, and for a good reason. My take on this recipe is the Perfect Spaghetti Aglio E Olio, made from just spaghetti noodles, heaps of fresh garlic, high-quality olive oil, and parmesan cheese. Don't let this ingredient list fool you - this recipe is packed with flavor in each and every bite!
Ingredients
For the Spaghetti:
- 16 Ounces Spaghetti of choice
- ½ Cup Olive Oil
- 12 Cloves Garlic sliced very thin
- ½ - 1 Teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- ½ Cup Reserved Pasta Water
For Garnishing:
- ⅓ - ½ Cup Parmigiano Reggiano freshly grated
- ½ Cup Fresh Parsley finely chopped
Instructions
- To make this spaghetti, start by bringing a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Be sure to salt the water generously.
- Once the water is boiling, add in the spaghetti and cook it until it is just one minute shy of being al dente - this should be approximately 1-2 minutes less than what the cook time on the packaging calls for.
- While the pasta is cooking, grab another pan and heat it on the stove, over medium-high heat.
- Add in the olive oil, and, once it's hot add in the chopped garlic cloves and crushed red pepper flakes, stirring and cooking them for about 5 minutes. Watch it very carefully, so that the garlic doesn't burn! You can reduce the heat to low or lift the pan from the heat, as needed.
- Once the pasta has cooked, drain the water from the pot, reserving about a half a cup of it.
- Then, use tongs to transfer the cooked pasta into the pan with the garlic and olive oil.
- Add in the reserved pasta water and toss to coat well.
- Finally, grate the parmigiano reggiano into the pasta and add in the chopped parsley, tossing until they're fully combined.
- Taste and adjust the salt as needed. Then, serve and enjoy!
Calories: 709kcal | Carbohydrates: 89g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 21g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 152mg | Potassium: 343mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 772IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 2mg
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