Spaghetti aglio e olio

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Spaghetti aglio e olio

Spaghetti all'aglio, olio e peperoncino
Course Pasta
Place of origin Italy
Region or state Campania
Main ingredients Pasta (usually spaghetti), garlic, olive oil
Cookbook:Spaghetti aglio e olio  Spaghetti aglio e olio

Spaghetti aglio e olio ("spaghetti with garlic and oil" in Italian) is a traditional Italian pasta dish, coming from Napoli, as it is a variant of the original one: Spaghetti alle vongole.

The dish is made by lightly sauteeing minced or pressed garlic in olive oil, sometimes with the addition of dried red chili flakes, and tossing with spaghetti. Finely chopped parsley can also be added as a garnish, along with grated parmesan or pecorino cheese, although according to some traditional recipes, cheese should not be added.[1]

See also

References

  1. Kyle Phillips, About.com Guide. "Spaghetti Aio Oio Recipe - Spaghetti Aglio e Olio". Italianfood.about.com. Retrieved 2012-03-05.

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