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Olive Oil Pasta

A simple yet elegant dish that transforms any mundane meal into a celebration of flavor and warmth.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 oz Spaghetti or Linguine Choose your favorite type.
Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Opt for high-quality for richer flavor.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced, adjust for stronger taste.
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to heat preference.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated fresh for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Use vibrant leaves to brighten the dish.
  • to taste Salt Season to taste.
  • to taste Pepper Season to taste.

Method
 

Prepare Ingredients
  1. Gather all the ingredients you need for your olive oil pasta. Lay everything out on your counter.
Boil the Pasta
  1. Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt and then the pasta. Cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes, reserving a cup of pasta water before draining.
Sauté the Garlic
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Combine Pasta and Sauce
  1. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the garlic oil. Toss gently to coat each strand.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is versatile enough for a casual meal or a special occasion.

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