Description
A simple and delicious spaghetti dish made with garlic, olive oil, and parsley.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- to taste Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to coat with the garlic-infused oil.
- Gradually add reserved pasta water, a little at a time, to create a silky sauce.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Notes
- This recipe can be easily adjusted for spiciness by adding more or less red pepper flakes.
- For a heartier meal, add cooked shrimp or grilled chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg