AGLIO E OLIO - SPAGHETTI WITH GARLIC AND OLIVE OIL

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Aglio E Olio - Spaghetti With Garlic and Olive Oil image

This is so quick and easy and makes the most delicious light supper you'll ever eat! Please try it, it really is stunning! I've adapted this recipe from Australia's "Better Homes and Gardens" magazine, but it is a traditional Italian way of serving spaghetti. The quantities given serve 2, but just double them to serve 4.

Provided by Kookaburra

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

200 g spaghetti (or similar kind of pasta eg vermicelli, spaghettini, angel hair)
2 tablespoons salt
1/4 cup olive oil (extra virgin or a lighter olive oil if you prefer)
3 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 anchovy fillets, finely chopped (or minced)
1/2-3/4 teaspoon minced chili (I use minced chilli from a jar)
1/2 lemon, juice of
1/4 cup soft breadcrumbs (made from fresh bread)
1 bunch parsley, finely chopped (or, better still, run through a food processor)
40 g parmesan cheese, finely grated (or, better still, processed into granules)
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to the boil.
  • Add 2 tablespoons salt.
  • Add spaghetti.
  • Cook for 14 minutes exactly, then drain.
  • About half-way through the cooking time for the spaghetti, heat the olive oil in a large frypan over a medium heat.
  • Add the garlic, anchovy and chilli - I pound these three ingredients in a mortar and pestle for a minute or so first, but this is not absolutely necessary.
  • Cook the garlic, anchovy and chilli mixture in the oil for a couple of minutes until the garlic is soft but not brown.
  • Reduce heat to low and add lemon juice, breadcrumbs, salt and half the parsley and stir to combine.
  • With the pan still on the heat, add the drained spaghetti and toss with a pair of tongs or two forks to combine thoroughly.
  • Serve sprinkled with grated or granulated parmesan cheese and the rest of the parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 785.5, Fat 35.2, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 21.2, Sodium 8065.7, Carbohydrate 92.1, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 2.8, Protein 24.8

Salwa Alahyane
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This dish is a classic for a reason. It's simple, yet elegant, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Jason Nell
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I'm always looking for new and easy pasta recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's simple, delicious, and affordable.


Himen Zimmerman
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This dish is a great way to show off fresh, seasonal ingredients.


Imesh Pathum
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add any kind of vegetables or protein that you like.


Samim Hosen
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This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


gg gaming
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my sauce turned out really oily.


Nakandi Sharifah
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the spaghetti and they don't even notice the garlic and olive oil.


Kamauzemi Kazongominja
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I've tried a lot of different aglio e olio recipes, but this one is my favorite. It's the perfect balance of garlic, olive oil, and salt.


Miracle Friend
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This dish is so simple, but it's so delicious. I love the way the garlic and olive oil coat the spaghetti.


Susan Fox
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I'm not a big fan of garlic, but I still enjoyed this dish. The olive oil and Parmesan cheese helped to balance out the flavor of the garlic.


Hikmat Rv
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover spaghetti.


Kacie Chester
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Gift Samuel
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This recipe is a great base for adding other ingredients. I like to add some chopped tomatoes, olives, and capers.


CoCo King
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The sauce was a little bland for my taste, but it was still a good dish.


Kawere Johanah
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I love how simple and easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Jake Hincka
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This is the best aglio e olio recipe I've ever tried! The spaghetti was cooked perfectly and the garlic and olive oil sauce was flavorful and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.