How to Make Thin Spaghetti with Garlic, Red Pepper and Olive Oil - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to a quick and delicious meal, nothing beats a simple pasta dish. Thin spaghetti with garlic, red pepper and olive oil is a classic Italian recipe that is sure to satisfy your cravings for a comforting and flavorful meal. The combination of fresh garlic, spicy red pepper flakes, and fruity olive oil creates a robust and aromatic sauce that coats the thin strands of pasta perfectly.

This recipe is perfect for those busy weeknights when you need to get dinner on the table ...

Read more

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) box Barilla PLUS® Thin Spaghetti
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, sliced
  • ⅓ cup chopped fresh parsley
  • ¼ teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
  • ¼ cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, freshly grated

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 16 mins
  • Total Time: 21 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, parsley and red pepper flakes; saute 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Cook Plus® Thin Spaghetti according to package directions.
  • Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water. Immediately add hot pasta to skillet. Stir in reserved pasta cooking water. Mix well. Add cheese and toss lightly.
  • Transfer to a serving platter or bowl.
  • Nutrition

    621 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 4mg
    • Sodium: 130mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 78g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 67mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 47mg