Italian Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

This simple and delicious Italian dish is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. Learn how to make spaghetti aglio e olio with just a few ingredients and enjoy a flavorful sizzle in every bite.

📝 Ingredients

• 2/3 Cup Olive Oil (extra virgin)
• 8 Cloves Garlic (minced)
• 3 teaspoons Fresh Parsley (finely chopped *see notes)
• 3 teaspoons Fresh Oregano (or Marjoram, finely chopped)
• 1 1/2 teaspoon Fresh Rosemary (finely chopped)
• 4 teaspoons Fresh Basil (finely chopped)
• 2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
• 2 teaspoon Kosher Salt (or to taste)
• Balsamic Vinegar
• 1 Pound Fresh Spaghetti (cooked al dente)
• 1-2 Tablespoons Parmesan (fresh, grated)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1You can make this oil 1 of 2 ways. See both below.
2. 2--- Toasted Garlic ---
3. 3Place all herbs and spices in a shallow bowl.
4. 4In a very small saucepan (I use my butter warmer) heat the oil over medium heat. Add the garlic once shimmering. Watch it so closely as garlic browns quickly.
5. 5Pour the hot oil and garlic over the top of the herbs and spices and stir thoroughly. Drizzle in some balsamic vinegar and sprinkle salt on top.
6. 6Place the cooked spaghetti in a large serving bowl. Pour the hot oil over the pasta and toss to coat. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
7. 7--- Fresh Garlic ---
8. 8Place all herbs, garlic and spices in a shallow bowl.
9. 9Heat the oil over medium heat until shimmering. Quickly pour the hot oil over the herbs, and wait a second then add a drizzle of balsamic vinegar. Top with salt.
10. 10Place the cooked spaghetti in a large serving bowl. Pour the hot oil over the pasta and toss to coat. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.