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One Pot Garlic and Oil Pasta

A simple yet flavorful pasta dish featuring garlic, olive oil, and parmesan, all cooked in one pot for easy preparation and cleanup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Basic Ingredients
  • 8 oz spaghetti Use high-quality pasta for the best texture.
  • 1.5 tbsp olive oil Use extra virgin for superior flavor.
  • 7 cloves garlic, thinly sliced The star of the show! Opt for fresh garlic for that punchy aroma.
  • 1/4 tsp pepper Simple seasoning to bring everything together.
  • 1/8 tsp salt For standard seasoning.
Cheese and Garnish
  • 1/2 cup parmesan, freshly grated Freshly grated cheese melts beautifully, enhancing the flavor.
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped Fresh herbs elevate the dish.
Special Ingredients
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes For added tanginess; use ones packed in oil for richness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Thinly slice the garlic cloves. Grate the parmesan and chop the parsley.
Cooking
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Gently add the sliced garlic and cook for about 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant.
  2. Pour enough water to cover the spaghetti (approximately 4 cups). Add the salt and bring it to a rolling boil.
  3. Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically about 9-11 minutes.
  4. Once the pasta is cooked, reduce the heat to low and stir in the grated parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, and pepper. Mix until the cheese melts and coats the noodles.
  5. Remove the pot from heat and fold in the fresh parsley. Serve immediately, garnishing with extra parmesan and herbs if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. A drizzle of good-quality olive oil before serving can enhance the dish's flavor.