Aglio e Olio (Pasta) Recipe

Italian · Main course · 20 min total

A classic Italian pasta dish from Naples, made with garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes. This recipe is simple yet flavorful, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• 200g spaghetti
• 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt, to taste
• 1/2 cup reserved pasta water

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until golden, about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
3. Stir in red pepper flakes and cook for 30 seconds.
4. Add drained spaghetti to the skillet. Toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a light sauce. Season with salt.
5. Remove from heat, toss with parsley, and serve immediately.

Tips

• For extra flavor, use a good quality extra-virgin olive oil.
• Adjust red pepper flakes to your spice preference.

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