Italian Pasta with Garlic Olive Oil Sauce
If you’re in search of a comforting and satisfying dinner that comes together in just 25 minutes, look no further than Italian Pasta with Garlic Olive Oil Sauce. This delightful dish features al dente spaghetti tossed in a fragrant blend of garlic and extra virgin olive oil, accented with a hint of heat from red pepper flakes. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, offering both simplicity and flavor that will impress everyone at the table. Plus, it’s easily customizable—add your favorite vegetables or proteins to make it your own. Enjoy this classic Italian recipe that’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 400 g (14 oz) spaghetti
- 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the sliced garlic in olive oil until golden (2-3 minutes). Stir in red pepper flakes.
- Add drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss well to coat. Add reserved pasta water if needed for a silky sauce.
- Season with salt and black pepper, then stir in chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg