Easy Aglio E Olio

Name: Easy Aglio E Olio
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 17 min
Yield: 5 serves

Chef Adam Swanson puts his signature spin on the classic Spaghetti Aglio e Olio using San Remo pasta for the perfect al dente bite. This simple yet bold Italian favourite comes together with just a handful of quality ingredients – garlic, chilli, parsley and extra virgin olive oil – allowing the pasta to shine. Quick to make and full of flavour, this is your go-to recipe for an easy midweek dinner or a late-night pasta craving done right. Authentic, delicious, and ready in minutes.

prep time

5

minuti
cook time

12

minuti
serves

5

people

Ingredients

500g San Remo Spaghetti
4 garlic cloves, sliced thinly
½ bunch flat leaf parsley, chopped finely
2 red chillies, sliced thinly
½ cup olive oil
salt & pepper

Method

Cook pasta as per packet directions but for only 6 mins in water.
In a large frying pan on low heat.
Heat olive oil, garlic & chilli for 3 to 4 mins or until garlic is golden brown.
Remove pasta from water and add spaghetti into pan. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
Gently stir the pasta into the oil mixture.
Add the reserved pasta water to pan, stirring occasionally. Cook until pasta is al dente. (approx 5mins)
Season with salt and pepper.
Top with parsley and serve to family and friends!