Pasta with olive oil and garlic is a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds with its simple yet exquisite flavors. The harmonious blend of al dente pasta, infused with the aromatic essence of sautéed garlic and the rich, fruity notes of extra virgin olive oil, creates a dish that is both comforting and elegant. This timeless classic has captivated food enthusiasts for generations and continues to be a staple in kitchens around the world. Whether you're a novice cook looking for an easy and quick meal or a seasoned chef seeking a palate-pleasing experience, this delightful pasta dish is sure to satisfy and impress. So, embark on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets behind crafting the perfect pasta with olive oil and garlic, and discover how this humble combination of ingredients can transform into an extraordinary symphony of flavors.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SPAGHETTI WITH OIL AND GARLIC (AGLIO E OLIO)
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 26m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of cold water to a boil over high heat, then salt it generously. Add the pasta and cook, stirring occasionally until al dente, tender but not mushy, about 8 minutes.
- While the pasta cooks, combine the garlic, olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt and the red pepper flakes in a large skillet and warm over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the garlic softens and turns golden, about 8 minutes.
- Drain the pasta in a colander set in the sink, reserving about a 1/4 cup of the cooking water. Add the pasta and the reserved water to the garlic mixture. Mix well. Add the parsley and lemon zest (if using). Adjust seasoning, to taste. Transfer to a large serving bowl or divide amongst 4 to 6 dishes. Serve topped with grated cheese, if desired.
PASTA WITH GARLIC AND OIL
Thin spaghetti tossed with olive oil, lemon juice, parmesan cheese, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Provided by Kelley Simmons
Categories Main Course
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Boil pasta per package instructions. Drain pasta and set aside.
- Add 1 tablespoon olive oil into the pot the pasta was cooked in. Add in garlic and saute for one minute.
- Add in red pepper flakes and spinach and cook for an additional minute. Add pasta back to the pan and stir in the rest of the oil and lemon juice.
- Take off of the heat and sprinkle in the parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 777 kcal, Carbohydrate 90 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 35 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 17 mg, Sodium 448 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
PASTA WITH OLIVE OIL AND GARLIC
This is a fast & economical dish. It is very good. Even when my children & grandchildren were small, they all loved it!! It's an Italian dish that has been around for a very long time.
Provided by Pat McCardle
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 20m
Yield 6-8 cups, 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a brisk boil.
- Add salt.
- Add the spaghetti, following directions on the box.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a small pan.
- Slice the garlic thinly and add it to the oil.
- remove the pan from the heat when the garlic turns a pale golden color (do not brown the garlic).
- Add the parsley, salt and pepper.
- Reserve 1/2-3/4 cup pasta water.
- Drain pasta & stir in the oil.
- Add the water if you think the mixture is too dry.
PASTA WITH OLIVE OIL AND GARLIC (AGLIO E OLIO)
This classic pasta with olive oil and garlic (aka Pasta Aglio e Olio) is easy enough for weeknight meals but classy enough for a date night or entertaining guests!
Provided by Tara Kuczykowski
Categories Main Dishes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Add the dried spaghetti to a large skillet, and cover the noodles fully with cold water. Add 2 teaspoons of kosher salt to the water. Cook over medium heat until the water begins to boil. Continue to boil for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are pliable but still al dente (slightly underdone). Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.
- When the pasta is done cooking, heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large, shallow pot that's large enough to hold the cooked spaghetti noodles. Add the sliced garlic, and cook for 2 minutes or until it is just starting to turn golden brown around the edges. If using the red pepper flakes, add them at this time and cook for 30 seconds more.
- Carefully add the reserved pasta cooking water to the garlic and olive oil mixture and bring to a boil. And I do mean carefully -- it will spatter. Reduce the heat to a simmer for 3 minutes.
- Add the drained pasta to the olive oil pasta sauce and toss to coat. Remove from the heat, and season with additional salt (if necessary) and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Toss the pasta with the minced fresh parsley and freshly grated Parmesan, as desired. Serve warm with an extra drizzle of olive oil and additional grated Parmesan cheese on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 9.4 grams fat, Fiber 4.1 grams fiber, Protein 8.2 grams protein, SaturatedFat 1.2 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1.5 cups, Sodium 233.8 milligrams sodium, Sugar 2.0 grams sugar
SPAGHETTI AGLIO E OLIO
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 2 tablespoons of salt and the pasta and cook according to the directions on the package. Set aside 1 1/2 cups of the pasta cooking water before you drain the pasta.
- Meanwhile, heat the olive oil over medium heat in a pot large enough to hold the pasta, such as a 12-inch saute pan or a large, shallow pot. Add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until it just begins to turn golden on the edges-don't overcook it! Add the red pepper flakes and cook for 30 seconds more. Carefully add the reserved pasta-cooking water to the garlic and oil and bring to a boil. Lower the heat, add 1 teaspoon of salt, and simmer for about 5 minutes, until the liquid is reduced by about a third.
- Add the drained pasta to the garlic sauce and toss. Off the heat, add the parsley and Parmesan and toss well. Allow the pasta to rest off the heat for 5 minutes for the sauce to be absorbed. Taste for seasoning and serve warm with extra Parmesan on the side.
PASTA AND GARLIC
A simple and delectable dish! Choose your own pasta and top with garlic, almost as simple as that! Use any sort of cheese you like.
Provided by Josie Strazzulla
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Vegetarian Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large pot of salted water boil pasta until al dente. Drain well.
- In a small saucepan heat oil slightly, add garlic. Saute garlic until it is lightly browned. Be careful not to burn garlic.
- Combine pasta and garlic, salt and pepper to taste. Top with Parmesan or Romano cheese and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.7 calories, Carbohydrate 46.9 g, Cholesterol 64.3 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 60.6 mg
SPAGHETTI WITH GARLIC AND BASIL
This is a delicious and quick pasta dish. Serve with a green salad and garlic bread.
Provided by MARILYN PERZIK
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Spaghetti Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place spaghetti in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
- In a large bowl, toss the spaghetti with the olive oil, butter, garlic, basil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Serve with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.3 calories, Carbohydrate 40.5 g, Cholesterol 19.7 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 79.1 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
PASTA WITH 15-MINUTE GARLIC, OIL, AND ANCHOVY SAUCE
This version of aglio e olio (garlic and oil) sauce includes anchovies, red pepper flakes, and freshly toasted breadcrumbs, which add great flavor and a little crunch.
Provided by Mindy Fox
Categories Pasta Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Parmesan Anchovy Small Plates
Yield 4-6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook spaghettini in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente; drain, reserving 3 Tbsp. pasta cooking liquid.
- Meanwhile, cook anchovies, garlic, red pepper flakes, 1 cup oil, and a pinch of salt in a large skillet over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until anchovies dissolve and garlic is tender, 6-7 minutes (do not brown). Stir in parsley, then remove from heat.
- While anchovy sauce is cooking, heat remaining 3 Tbsp. oil in a small skillet over medium. Add panko and cook, stirring often, until golden, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then transfer to paper towels to cool.
- Return pasta to pot. Stir in reserved pasta cooking liquid, then anchovy sauce and half of the panko mixture. Cook over medium, stirring constantly, until heated through, 1-2 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with Parmesan and remaining panko mixture.
SPAGHETTI WITH GARLIC AND OIL PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: salt, spaghetti, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, red chili flakes, fresh parsley
Provided by Kiano Moju
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Save ¼ cup (60 ml) of pasta water, then drain.
- Add the olive oil and garlic to a large cold sauté pan. Turn the heat to medium-low and slowly heat up until the garlic is fragrant and lightly colored, about 3 minutes.
- Add the chile flakes and cook for another minute.
- Add the reserved pasta water and bring to a simmer. Add the cooked spaghetti and parsley, if using. Stir until the pasta is well-coated. Season with salt to taste.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 calories, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 1 gram
OLIVE OIL AND GARLIC PASTA
A nearly naked pasta recipe! Great as a side dish or main dish.If desired throw in some sauteed spinach or other veggies.Don't cheat and use the pre minced garlic in a jar...it's water packed and not nearly as flavorful as fresh garlic.
Provided by redwine
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions.
- while pasta is cooking, mince garlic.
- Add minced garlic to olive oil and spices, stir to blend.
- Drain pasta and toss with olive oil mixture.
- top with a grated hard cheese such as romano or parmesan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 2, Sodium 5.1, Carbohydrate 43.3, Protein 8.4
PASTA WITH GARLIC OIL
My family is Italian, and this is one of our old faves with plenty of garlic, mushrooms and herbs. To help the sauce adhere, don't rinse the pasta in water after you drain it. -Pamela Vittori, Chicago Heights, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute garlic in oil. Stir in the mushrooms, olives, basil, parsley, garlic salt and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes. Drain spaghetti; place in a serving bowl. Pour sauce over pasta; toss to coat. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 147mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
Tips:
- Use the best quality ingredients you can find. This includes extra virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, and high-quality pasta.
- Don't be afraid to adjust the recipe to your taste. If you like your pasta more or less garlicky, or if you want to add other ingredients like chili flakes or Parmesan cheese, feel free to do so.
- Cook the pasta al dente. This means that it should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
- Don't overcrowd the pasta pot. This will prevent the pasta from cooking evenly.
- Use a large skillet or sauté pan to cook the garlic and oil. This will give the garlic plenty of room to brown and prevent it from burning.
- Don't let the garlic burn. If it starts to turn brown, remove it from the heat immediately.
- Add the pasta to the skillet with the garlic and oil and cook until heated through. This will allow the pasta to absorb the flavors of the garlic and oil.
- Serve the pasta immediately, topped with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Conclusion:
Pasta with olive oil and garlic is a simple but delicious dish that can be made with just a few ingredients. It's a great weeknight meal or a side dish for a special occasion. With a few simple tips, you can make the best pasta with olive oil and garlic that you've ever tasted.
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