Spaghetti Aglio e Olio (Easy Garlic Olive Oil Pasta)

Name: Spaghetti Aglio e Olio (Easy Garlic Olive Oil Pasta)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 ounces spaghetti (cook it in ¾ gallon (3.5 Liters) of water with 1½ tablespoons (20 grams) of salt); ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil; 3 cloves garlic (grated, minced, or thinly sliced); 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or a finely chopped red chili. Add more or less heat to taste.); 3 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley (finely chopped)

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:10min

This spaghetti aglio e olio delivers a simple, flavorful Italian pasta dinner made with pantry staples, heart-healthy olive oil, and garlic, ready in about 15 minutes and perfect for an easy, comforting, and budget-friendly meal any night of the week.

Updated at: Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:01:03 GMT