Aglio E Olio Spaghetti With Garlic And Olive Oil Recipe

Experience the magic of Italy with this unbelievably quick and easy Aglio e Olio Spaghetti recipe! This stunningly delicious pasta dish, adapted from Australia's Better Homes and Gardens, is a light yet satisfying supper perfect for a weeknight meal. The simple combination of garlic, olive oil, and spaghetti creates a flavor explosion that will leave you wanting more. Serves 2 (easily doubled for 4).

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 785.5 kcal
Protein 49g
Rating 4.9 (7 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Aglio E Olio Spaghetti With Garlic And Olive Oil

  • 8 ounces spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons + 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 2 anchovy fillets
  • 1/2 small red chili (optional)
  • juice of 1/2 lemon
  • 1/4 cup soft breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (per serving)
  • 6 quarts water
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta cooking water

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How to Make Aglio E Olio Spaghetti With Garlic And Olive Oil

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water (about 6 quarts) to a rolling boil. Add 2 tablespoons of salt.
  2. Add 8 ounces of spaghetti to the boiling water.
  3. Cook spaghetti for 14 minutes, or according to package directions, until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water before draining.
  4. While the spaghetti cooks, heat 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  5. Crush 4 cloves garlic, 2 anchovy fillets, and 1/2 a small red chili (optional) in a mortar and pestle (or finely mince).
  6. Add the garlic, anchovy, and chili mixture to the heated olive oil. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the garlic is fragrant and softened but not browned.
  7. Reduce heat to low. Stir in the juice of 1/2 a lemon, 1/4 cup breadcrumbs, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.
  8. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss vigorously with tongs to coat evenly in the sauce. Add a little reserved pasta water if needed to create a creamy sauce.
  9. Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese (about 1/4 cup per serving) and the remaining chopped parsley.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

336 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

38g

Carbs

30g

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