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10-Minute Garlic & Olive Oil Spaghetti

A quick and easy pasta dish featuring al dente spaghetti lightly dressed with fragrant garlic and olive oil, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 ounces spaghetti
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil Use high-quality for best flavor
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped Be careful not to burn while sautéing
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Freshly cracked black pepper
  • optional Grated parmesan cheese Halal-compliant
  • optional Chopped fresh parsley For garnish

Method
 

Cooking the Spaghetti
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
Preparing Garlic Oil
  1. While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and sauté gently until it turns golden, about 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Combining Pasta and Oil
  1. Once the spaghetti is cooked and drained, reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta water. Add the hot spaghetti directly to the sauté pan with garlic and olive oil. Toss well to coat.
Adjusting Texture
  1. If the pasta seems too dry, gradually add some reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
Seasoning
  1. Sprinkle salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste. Stir everything together for another minute.
Garnishing & Serving
  1. Plate the spaghetti and top with grated parmesan cheese and chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy it warm and fresh!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. To reheat, add a splash of water or olive oil in a skillet over medium heat to retain texture.