Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

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Servings: Prep Time: 5 Cook Time: 15

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the spaghetti.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes to the oil, cooking gently. Stir frequently to prevent burning, about 2 minutes or until garlic is just golden.
  4. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic oil. Toss to coat evenly.
  5. If the pasta looks dry, add a bit of reserved pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, until reaching desired consistency.
  6. Season with salt to taste and stir in the fresh parsley.
  7. Serve immediately with optional grated Parmesan cheese on top.

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Recipe By:

Chef AI

Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

Ingredients

  • 400g spaghetti
  • 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the spaghetti.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes to the oil, cooking gently. Stir frequently to prevent burning, about 2 minutes or until garlic is just golden.
  4. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic oil. Toss to coat evenly.
  5. If the pasta looks dry, add a bit of reserved pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, until reaching desired consistency.
  6. Season with salt to taste and stir in the fresh parsley.
  7. Serve immediately with optional grated Parmesan cheese on top.