Description
Indulge in the simplicity and flavor of Easy Garlic Spaghetti, ready in just 25 minutes. This quick dish features tender spaghetti tossed in a rich garlic and olive oil sauce, with a hint of heat from red pepper flakes. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, it’s customizable with your favorite veggies or proteins. Relish every bite of this comforting classic that turns any meal into a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and golden brown (about 2 minutes).
- If using, add red pepper flakes when the garlic is nearly done to infuse the oil.
- Drain the pasta, reserving some pasta water. Combine the drained spaghetti with the garlic oil, tossing to coat.
- Remove from heat and mix in Parmesan cheese and parsley. Add reserved pasta water if needed for creaminess.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley or cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg