Italian Pasta with Garlic Olive Oil Sauce: Quick & Comforting

A delightful Italian Pasta with Garlic Olive Oil Sauce that combines aromatic garlic and olive oil in a quick, vegetarian-friendly dish.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

12 oz Spaghetti the main carbohydrate and base of the dish

For the Sauce

6 cloves Garlic thinly sliced; adjust quantity for more or less garlicky taste
1/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil can substitute with light olive oil for a milder flavor
1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional; use black pepper for less spiciness
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped; can substitute with basil or omit
Salt to taste
Black Pepper to taste

For Serving

Grated Parmesan Cheese optional topping

Equipment

large pot
Skillet
colander

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Boil a large pot of salted water. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente, 8-10 minutes. Drain, reserving ½ cup cooking water.
While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet. Add sliced garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in red pepper flakes, then add drained spaghetti to the skillet. Toss well to coat in garlic oil.
Pour in reserved cooking water gradually, stirring until desired sauce consistency is reached.
Season with salt and black pepper. Stir in chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Optional: Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This Italian Pasta with Garlic Olive Oil Sauce is a fantastic choice for those looking to embrace the simplicity and heartiness of homemade meals!

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