SPAGHETTI AGLIO E OLIO

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No two spaghetti aglio e olio recipes are alike, but this one is pretty true to the classic method. The key is slowly toasting the garlic slices to a perfect golden-brown in the olive oil. If it's too light, you don't get the full flavor and if it's too dark it gets bitter. My advice? Do it perfectly.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 32m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound uncooked spaghetti
6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
½ cup olive oil
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain and transfer to a pasta bowl.
  • Combine garlic and olive oil in a cold skillet. Cook over medium heat to slowly toast garlic, about 10 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low when olive oil begins to bubble. Cook and stir until garlic is golden brown, about another 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Stir red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt into the pasta. Pour in olive oil and garlic, and sprinkle on Italian parsley and half of the Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese; stir until combined.
  • Serve pasta topped with the remaining Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 754.6 calories, Carbohydrate 87.4 g, Cholesterol 17.6 mg, Fat 34.5 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 354.8 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

Connie Lynard
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This dish is a must-try for any pasta lover.


SaQiB S
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I love how this recipe uses simple ingredients to create such a flavorful dish.


Christopher Ellis
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This is the best spaghetti aglio e olio recipe I've ever had. It's so simple to make and so delicious.


Ebro Man
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I've never been a fan of spaghetti aglio e olio, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Babu Sopon
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I made this dish for a party, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Kai Lucas
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I'm not a huge fan of garlic, but I loved this dish. The garlic flavor was subtle and not overpowering.


Kathy Hopkins
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This dish is so simple, yet so elegant. It's the perfect meal for a special occasion.


Abdulrahman Umaru Abdulrahman
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I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves pasta.


Michael cosme
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Kathy Weimer
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I always have the ingredients on hand, so it's my go-to meal when I'm short on time.


Usama Rahman
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I wasn't sure how I would like this dish, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's now one of my favorite pasta recipes.


Nisar Khidrani
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I added some red pepper flakes to give the dish a little bit of a kick. It was delicious!


Tomiz Uddin
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I love how quickly this dish comes together. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Avishek Roghooah
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This is the best spaghetti aglio e olio recipe I've ever tried! It's so simple to make, yet so flavorful and satisfying.