Umbrian Style Hot Garlic and Olive Oil Spaghetti
Dive into the bold and rustic flavors of Italy with Umbrian Style Hot Garlic and Olive Oil Spaghetti, a simple yet irresistibly flavorful dish that highlights the essence of Italian cuisine. This recipe combines al dente spaghetti with golden, aromatic garlic gently sautéed in extra virgin olive oil, brought to life with a kick of dried red chili flakes and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this crowd-pleaser comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an effortless way to elevate your pasta night. For an added layer of indulgence, top it off with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Whether you're seeking authentic Italian comfort food or a quick vegetarian pasta recipe, this dish delivers an explosion of flavor in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g Spaghetti
- 100 ml Extra virgin olive oil
- 6 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 tsp Dried red chili flakes
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
- 50 g Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and set aside.
While the spaghetti is cooking, peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves.
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic, stirring constantly, and cook until it becomes fragrant and just starts to turn golden (about 2 minutes). Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Stir in the red chili flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds to release their flavor.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly in the garlic and chili-infused oil. If the pasta seems dry, add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.
Season the pasta with freshly ground black pepper and toss again. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the spaghetti and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately in warmed bowls, with freshly grated Parmesan cheese (if desired) on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1678 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.3 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.3 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 7851 mg | 341% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.2 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 43.8 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 647 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 378 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
