Simple Garlic Olive Oil Pasta
This simple garlic olive oil pasta is one of those dependable meals that requires only a few basic ingredients. It’s straightforward, flavorful, and comes together quickly when everyone’s hungry and the day has been full. Some nights call for something simple. Just a pot of salted water, a skillet, and a few basic ingredients that have always worked. This is one of our go-to dinners especially for the kids. It pairs easily with grilled chicken, steak, or roasted vegetables, but it’s just as satisfying on its own with bread and a salad. It’s affordable, comforting, and built from pantry staples. It never disappoints!
Servings: 0
Ingredients
- 12 oz box angel hair pasta
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3-4 cloves of garlic, thinly sliced
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ cup reserve pasta water use to sparingly to get sauce consistency
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- ½ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ½-1 tsp red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve ¼ cup of pasta water, then drain.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the sliced garlic and cook gently until fragrant and lightly golden, about 2–3 minutes. Do not let it brown.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet. Toss well to coat, adding a splash of reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
- Remove from heat. Stir in parsley and Parmesan. Taste and adjust salt as needed. Enjoy