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Basic Garlic And Oil Sauce For Perfect Pasta Rachael Ray Recipe

This incredibly flavorful and easy pasta sauce from Rachael Ray's Everyday with Rachael Ray magazine (Oct '09) will change your mind about anchovies! This recipe uses a secret ingredient – anchovies – to create a rich, nutty depth of flavor that's simply irresistible. Even anchovy skeptics rave about this sauce. The salty, umami punch perfectly complements the garlic and olive oil, creating a perfect pasta topping in just 20 minutes. Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 380.4 kcal
Protein 23g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Basic Garlic And Oil Sauce For Perfect Pasta Rachael Ray

  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2-4 anchovy fillets
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup pasta cooking water, reserved
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)

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How to Make Basic Garlic And Oil Sauce For Perfect Pasta Rachael Ray

  1. Mince the garlic cloves.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Add the anchovy fillets to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until they dissolve and become a paste-like consistency, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Stir in the red pepper flakes (if using).
  6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
  7. Stir in the chopped parsley.
  8. Serve immediately with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

7g

Carbs

19g

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