Pasta e Olio

Name: Pasta e Olio
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound spaghetti; 2 teaspoons chopped garlic; ¼ cup chopped parsley; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; ¼ cup olive oil; ¼ cup melted butter

Rating: 4.32 stars

400 Ratings
313 Reviews
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This is a quick recipe. Good, too! The main ingredients are oil and butter,the garlic and crushed red pepper flakes enhance the flavors.

By MARBALET

Recipe Summary

Servings:

Yield:

8 servings

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 8 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

1 pound spaghetti
2 teaspoons chopped garlic
¼ cup chopped parsley
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup melted butter

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot with boiling salted water cook spaghetti pasta until al dente. Drain.

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Step 2

Meanwhile, in a large skillet over low heat saute garlic, parsley, and red pepper flakes with olive oil . Cook until garlic turns golden in color, about 10 to 15 minutes.
Step 3

Toss pasta with garlic mixture and butter or margarine. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

323.1 calories; 7.6 g protein; 42.8 g carbohydrates; 15.3 mg cholesterol; 45.6 mg sodium. Full Nutrition

Reviews (313)

Most helpful positive review

naples34102

10/06/2011

With the exception of the cayenne pepper this is the traditional pasta with garlic and olive oil I grew up with in my Italian family. If anything we add a bit of crushed red pepper flakes to taste but it is just as traditional and tasty without. This is the Italian version of buttered noodles--and it's darn good. Also delicious with a sprinkle of grated fresh Parmesan or Romano cheese. Read More

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Most helpful critical review

Terri

07/17/2012

Seriously I didn't think this was that good. I have had this made by my Italian Uncle and it was outstanding. I won't be making again. Read More

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400 Ratings

5 star values: 210
4 star values: 127
3 star values: 50
2 star values: 7
1 star values: 6

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naples34102

10/06/2011

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Kevin

07/23/2007

Now THIS is the way to do Olio;) The only thing I changed is using whole cloves of garlic rather than chopped garlic - it is more "traditional" that way. As for cooking the garlic for 10-15 minutes - you are normally supposed to discard the (whole clove of) garlic after you have cooked it in the oil. The reason for doing this is that the oil becomes infused with the garlic flavour... However since this version uses chopped garlic instead of whole cloves - I would cook it for 3-5 minutes instead. Read More

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CAITY-O

09/07/2003

Not a good kid recipe because of the spicy red pepper flakes (but omit them and the kids will eat this up). I've added quartered canned artichokes and black olives. Also try shaped pasta adds a little excitement to the meal. Very delicious!! Read More

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Jillian

05/13/2010

This is a great side dish but frankly I could eat it as a main dish all by itself because it's just that good. I topped it with a bit of parmesan and it was perfect! Read More

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palemoon21

03/18/2008

AMAZING recipe!! My husband and I enjoyed this dish. It was easy to cook with the time crunch I was in and the spices gave it the "kick" I like in sauces. DON'T change a thing!! It's very good and if you use the right pasta it's healthy as well. Read More

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barrtopia

03/02/2008

This was fantastic! I however added a lot more garlic than the recipe called for. I also added a handfull of whole garlic cloves. It took about 7 minutes longer to cook with the whole garlic cloves. Next time i make this i will also try to add some fresh steamed veggies to the mix! Read More

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Nancy F

09/28/2007

I loved it! I added extra garlic and sprinkled grated parmesan cheese on top. Yum! I served it with broccoli which was very good with it. Read More

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MamaAlly

03/04/2008

This recipe is soooooo yummy. Its especially great for a light lunch. Its so quick and easy it has quickly become one of my favorites. Read More

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Navy_Mommy

08/14/2003

I really liked this dish. I will make it a lot when it is just me for dinner since it is so easy to adjust for just one person. My husband didn't care for it but he can't stand not having meat for dinner. The taste is really very mild and subtle. Read More

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Terri

07/17/2012

Seriously I didn't think this was that good. I have had this made by my Italian Uncle and it was outstanding. I won't be making again. Read More

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This is a great side dish but frankly I could eat it as a main dish all by itself because it's just that good. I topped it with a bit of parmesan and it was perfect!