Description
Pasta with olive oil and garlic is a classic comfort dish that combines simplicity with rich flavors. This quick recipe features al dente pasta tossed in high-quality extra virgin olive oil, infused with fragrant garlic, and garnished with fresh herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this dish is not only satisfying but also highly customizable to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
- Spaghetti or linguine
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh garlic
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- While the pasta cooks, peel and slice fresh garlic cloves.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add extra virgin olive oil and sauté the garlic until golden brown.
- Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, drain the pasta, then add it to the skillet with sautéed garlic. Gradually stir in reserved pasta water until desired sauciness is achieved.
- Season with red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper while tossing everything together. Add chopped parsley for freshness.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with additional parsley or grated Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup cooked pasta (140g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg