Spaghetti with garlic and herbs is a classic Italian dish that is simple to make yet bursting with flavor. The combination of fresh garlic, fragrant herbs, and a generous amount of olive oil creates a delicious and aromatic sauce that perfectly coats the spaghetti noodles. This dish is a great choice for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a casual gathering with friends and family. With just a few pantry staples and a handful of fresh ingredients, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
SPAGHETTI WITH GARLIC AND HERBS
For a potent hit of garlic, try it raw. Fresh Parmesan, pepperoncini, and aromatic herbs add spark to this hearty whole-wheat pasta dish.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a generous amount of salt, then add pasta. Cook until al dente.
- Just before pasta is done, heat oil in a large skillet. Add pepperoncini and half of the garlic; toss to heat through.
- Reserve 1 cup of pasta-cooking water, then drain pasta.
- Add pasta to skillet and stir. Add just enough reserved pasta water to moisten; stir in garlic and herbs. Stir in cheese, then season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with more olive oil and shaved Parmesan, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 531 g, Fat 12 g
SPAGHETTI WITH FRESH HERBS
This is a very simple, fresh tasting dish - perfect for a light weekend lunch or dinner. As the sauce is prepared while the spaghetti is cooking it really only takes about 20 minutes all up from kitchen to table. It's one of our favourites.
Provided by Kookaburra
Categories Spaghetti
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil.
- Add salt and spaghetti.
- Cook for 12-14 minutes.
- In the meantime, prepare the sauce: First, remove any thick or woody stems from the herbs and discard.
- Chop herbs finely- you should end up with about 3/4 cup of chopped herbs (a little more or less won't matter).
- Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over a medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook until just beginning to colour.
- Remove saucepan from heat immediately.
- With the saucepan off the heat, add cream, butter, lemon rind and juice, herbs, salt and pepper and stir to mix well.
- When the spaghetti is cooked to your liking, drain it well then add the drained spaghetti to the saucepan (the one with the sauce in it).
- Return this saucepan to a low-medium heat and toss with two forks to combine the spaghetti with the sauce.
- Cook gently for a minute or two until the sauce begins to thicken and most, but not all, of it has been taken up by the spaghetti.
- Serve in bowls, drizzling over any remaining sauce.
- Top with parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately.
- Serve as is or with a crisp green salad and a nice cold glass of dry white wine!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 804.6, Fat 44.6, SaturatedFat 23.9, Cholesterol 116, Sodium 2474.1, Carbohydrate 78.9, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 3.2, Protein 22.4
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.
GARLIC-HERB SPAGHETTI SQUASH
Steps:
- Put 1 halved, seeded spaghetti squash in a microwave-safe dish; add 2 tablespoons water, cover and microwave until tender, 16 minutes. Let cool slightly, then scrape into strands with a fork into a bowl. Cook 2 sliced garlic cloves in olive oil until golden. Add to the squash along with 2 tablespoons each chopped parsley, chives and pickled cherry peppers; toss. Season with salt and pepper.
ALMOST AS SIMPLE PASTA WITH PARMESAN, HERBS, AND FRESH GARLIC
Another family favorite that lends itself to easy variations -- tweak the taste to complement the day's main dish by your choice of herbs. You probably have all these ingredients handy in your pantry and refrigerator. I swear the kids would eat this every day if I'd make it that often. I can't personally vouch for freezing it, but I know that it reheats well in the microwave after being refrigerated. Cooking time is mainly cooking the pasta.
Provided by 3KillerBs
Categories Toddler Friendly
Time 17m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Saute garlic in butter or olive oil with herbs until garlic is soft but not browned.
- Toss with hot pasta, Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
- Herb suggestions: Italian seasoning. Fresh or dried basil. Fresh or dried Rosemary. Herbs de Provence. Fresh or dried basil and oregano in combination. Fresh or dried parsley. Fresh or dried parsley, oregano, and basil. Italian seasoning with a pinch of crushed, red pepper. Fresh chives. Fresh parsley and fresh chives.
- Tip -- Dried herbs, especially rosemary, may benefit from being re-hydrated in a tablespoon of water or white wine.
GARLIC SPAGHETTI
"I make this family favorite at least two or three times a month," remarks Jackie Messina of Chardon, Ohio. "It's wonderful with a salad and fresh Italian bread." Besides being easy to prepare, this meatless main dish is easy on the pocketbook at just 61 cents per serving.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a skillet over low heat, cook garlic in oil until lightly browned. Remove from the heat; stir in parsley, oregano, salt and pepper. Drain spaghetti; place in a large bowl. Add garlic mixture and Parmesan cheese; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 601 calories, Fat 18g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 788mg sodium, Carbohydrate 88g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
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
FETTUCCINE WITH GARLIC HERB BUTTER
This is wonderful! Try as much or as little of the fresh herbs to suit your tastes. Serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and some warm bread, if desired.
Provided by Jan
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 teaspoon butter. Add garlic and cook for 30 to 60 seconds or until garlic begins to turn golden.
- In a small bowl, combine parsley, basil, marjoram, thyme, 1 tablespoon butter, salt and ground black pepper with cooked garlic; mix well. Toss with pasta and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.8 calories, Carbohydrate 31.4 g, Cholesterol 10.3 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 103.4 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
Tips:
- Use the best quality ingredients you can find. Fresh herbs and flavorful garlic will make a world of difference in the final dish.
- Don't be afraid to adjust the recipe to your own taste. If you like more garlic, add more. If you prefer a spicier dish, add some red pepper flakes.
- If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs. Just be sure to use about half the amount of dried herbs as you would fresh.
- If you're using spaghetti, be sure to cook it al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. This will help it hold its shape and texture when you add it to the sauce.
- Serve the spaghetti with garlic and herbs immediately, garnished with additional fresh herbs and a drizzle of olive oil.
Conclusion:
Spaghetti with garlic and herbs is a simple but delicious dish that's perfect for a quick and easy meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying pasta dish that the whole family will enjoy.
So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give spaghetti with garlic and herbs a try. You won't be disappointed!
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