From the Cook
From the Cook
From the Cook
1/4
Aglio e Olio
Instructions
1
|
Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
2
|
While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
3
|
Add sliced garlic and sauté gently until just golden and fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
4
|
Add red pepper flakes and cook for another 30 seconds.
5
|
Add cooked pasta directly to the pan, followed by chopped parsley and a splash of pasta water.
6
|
Toss everything together to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7
|
Optionally top with grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
My Calorie Intake
Review & Earn
Be the first to review this recipe and earn a 20% Bonus
Level up & unlock free Premium by reviewing recipes!
My Notes
Your kitchen notebook is waiting.
Whether it's a recipe tweak or an inspiration burst — jot it down here.
Tips & Tricks (5)
- Garlic Infusion Magic 🧄Slice garlic thinly and cook it slowly in olive oil at a low temperature to prevent burning and extract maximum flavor without bitterness.
- Pasta Water Alchemy 💧Always reserve 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining, as its starch content helps create a silky, emulsified sauce that perfectly coats the spaghetti.
- Red Pepper Flake Balance 🌶️Toast red pepper flakes in the olive oil for 30 seconds before adding garlic to release their essential oils and create a more complex, rounded heat.
- Parsley Precision 🌿Chop parsley just before adding to the pasta to preserve its vibrant green color and fresh, herbaceous flavor.
- Final Toss Technique 🥄Finish cooking the pasta in the sauce for the last minute, allowing it to absorb flavors and creating a more cohesive dish with better sauce adherence.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low-Cholesterol
Low Sugar
My Calorie Intake
Smart Nutrition 
Nutrition Per Serving
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Glycemic Analysis
Glycemic Index
Glycemic Load
More Recipes by These Carbs Don't Count
Check out more These Carbs Don't Count content!Browse These Carbs Don't Count recipes!
No Recipes Available
EXPLORE
Looking for more?
Use our smart searchtool, explore by category, or browse your customized food feed.