Easy Pasta with Olive Oil & Garlic
Easy Pasta with Olive Oil & Garlic is a quick Italian-inspired dish.Made with spaghetti, garlic, olive oil, and Parmesan.Ready in just 15 minutes and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces spaghetti
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large garlic clove minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
- 2 –3 tablespoons grated Parmesan
- Fresh ground black pepper
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and cook gently until soft and lightly golden.
- Reserve 1 tablespoon of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
- Add the spaghetti to the pan with garlic oil. Toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
- Stir in parsley, Parmesan, and black pepper. Toss well and serve immediately.
Notes
- Add sautéed mushrooms or spinach for extra nutrients.
- Serve with a side salad or grilled chicken for a complete meal.