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Pasta Hot! Hot! Hot!

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"Pasta with olive oil sauteed with garlic cloves and crushed red pepper topped with Parmesan." — Kathleen Novo

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Original recipe makes 4 servings Change Servings

1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti
1/4 cup olive oil
3 cloves garlic, chopped

1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

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Directions

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
In a small saucepan over low heat place olive oil, garlic and peppers and simmer. Pour olive oil mixture over cooked pasta and serve with Parmesan cheese.

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PREP 15 mins
COOK 15 mins
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Wonderful side dish! I used 1/2 lb. of pasta and kept everything else the same. I added 1 Tbsp. of butter, 2 Tbsp. of finely chopped flat leaf parsley and a little salt. It doesn't get much better than this....

—Jillian

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Jan 24, 2011

Boring. I served this with tortellini and peas, and it was still boring. It's a good recipe when you're too lazy to make a trip to the grocery store, but that's about it.

—GoBears!

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Apr 28, 2008

Also known as Spaghetti e Aglio Olio e Peperoncini, this is one of my favorite pasta dishes! I recommend substituting a fresh, thinly-sliced red peperoncini (chili pepper) for the crushed red pepper; adding a few tablespoons of fresh, finely-chopped flat-leaf parsley (also known as Italian parsley); using a good, flavorful brand of olive oil; and using the best Parmigiano-Reggiano you can afford. Add the chili slices for the last minute or so to the hot garlic and oil, and add the chopped parsley when tossing the oil and pasta together. --In the past I have had the opportunity to sample this dish made with dry ingredients. However, preparing this dish with fresh ingredients makes it a stand-alone meal. All you need is a glass of Pinot Grigio and your favorite fresh bread. Mangiare bene!

—Kristina

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Feb 28, 2011

I grew up with this stuff - it's a dish that's like second nature to most Italians. It's not really all that hot and it really shouldn't be - that's not supposed to be the point. This recipe is wonderful and right on as is, however, mixing in some fresh chopped parsley at the last adds freshness and color. But certainly add the garlic, oil and crushed red pepper to suit your own tastebuds, as Im sure the submitter would agree. Tonight, just for something a little different, I made this in the style of Cacio e Pepe - add some of the reserved pasta cooking water to the cooked spaghetti, then mix in some grated Parmesan or Romano cheese - what you want to achieve is a creamy sauce. If it is too watery, add more cheese - if too dry, add more of that beautiful, starchy pasta cooking water. Just another delicious way to eat basic pasta...

—naples34102

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Jan 29, 2005

It was awesome. I, of course, added more of the spices, some pepper, and some butter. Loved it. Add the butter, it makes it so much better.

—Jay

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Jun 28, 2010

Changing up is fine, but you are not then rating this recipe which is simple and tasty on its own. I think it makes those ratings moot when they no longer resemble the actual recipe.

—dappy13

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Jun 23, 2004

This has quickly become a household favorite! We like to add chopped tomato into the oil right before serving, and we serve it with grilled chicken.

—RARARN

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Feb 01, 2011

My husband is Italian and grew up eating this. This is one of his favorite dishes. It makes a perfect side dish. I made with grilled shrimp and asparaus. I used FRESH grated parm cheese, do not use the stuff in the green bottle. I cut the pasta in half and used angle hair.. very good!

—love2cook32

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Nutrition

Calories
561 kcal
28%

Carbohydrates
84.8 g
27%

Cholesterol
4 mg
1%

Fat
16.7 g
26%

Fiber
3.7 g
15%

Protein
16.7 g
33%

Sodium
84 mg
3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Pasta Hot! Hot! Hot!

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 561
Calories from Fat: 150

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16.7g 26 %
Saturated Fat 3.1g 15 %
Cholesterol 4mg 1 %
Sodium 84mg 3 %
Potassium 273mg 8 %
Total Carbohydrates 84.8g 27 %
Dietary Fiber 3.7g 15 %
Protein 16.7g 33 %
Sugars 3.1g
Vitamin A 4 %
Vitamin C 2 %
Calcium 10 %
Iron 39 %
** Thiamin 116 %
Niacin 91 %
Vitamin B6 12 %
Magnesium 22 %
Folate 148 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.