Jul 14 2026

Pasta & Sauce - Olive Oil Recipe

Time20m
Serves2

A simple yet delightful pasta dish drizzled with rich olive oil, perfectly enhancing the flavors of each bite.

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

  3. 3

    Combine

    Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the olive oil sauce. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt to taste.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley and Parmesan if desired.