Delicious Olive Oil and Garlic Pasta Recipe for a Quick Dinner

Olive Oil and Garlic Pasta

This simple pasta recipe uses olive oil as the base for a light, aromatic sauce. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that doesn’t sacrifice flavor.

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti or linguine

• 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

• 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced

• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.

2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking until garlic is golden and fragrant (about 2 minutes).

3. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat.

4. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a silky sauce.

5. Stir in parsley, salt, and pepper.

6. Serve topped with Parmesan cheese.

This dish showcases how olive oil can carry simple flavors and create a satisfying meal with minimal ingredients.