Spaghetti Aglio e Olio – Classic Italian Date Night Dish
A minimalist Italian pasta classic made with garlic, olive oil, red pepper flakes, and parsley. Fast, flavorful, and naturally vegan.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
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6 oz spaghetti
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¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
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4–5 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
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¼–½ tsp red pepper flakes
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Salt, to taste
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2–3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
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Reserved pasta water (2–4 tbsp)
Instructions
Cook spaghetti until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water.
Heat olive oil in skillet over medium-low. Sauté garlic until golden, 3–4 min.
Add red pepper flakes and cook 30 seconds.
Add drained pasta and pasta water. Toss until coated and glossy.
Stir in parsley, season with salt, and serve warm.
Notes
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Add lemon zest or toasted breadcrumbs for variation.
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Use gluten-free spaghetti if needed.
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Reheat gently to avoid drying out the pasta.