How to Make Spaghetti Aglio E Olio! This simple pasta is often overlooked, but combines pasta with garlic and olive oil to make a delicious easy dinner!
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the noodles for 5-6 minutes until almost entirely cooked. If you are using packaged noodles, cook to al dente according to instructions.
While the pasta is cooking, add the olive oil & garlic to a large skillet. Fry until the garlic is a soft golden brown. Add in the red pepper flakes and fry for another minute.
Drain the noodles (reserving 1 cup of the pasta liquid to the side) and add to the pan. Pour the reserved liquid over the top.
Simmer the noodles, tossing and turning, until the liquid has been reduced and you get a creamy type coating on the pasta.
Drizzle a bit of fresh olive oil onto the pasta right before serving and top with Parmesan.