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Spaghetti Olio

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"Spaghettini noodles tossed with garlic and butter. Perfect for most Italian dishes where the main course deserves all the attention!" — Sue

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Original recipe makes 8 servings Change Servings

16 ounces spaghettini
3/4 cup butter, divided

2 cloves garlic, minced
ground black pepper to taste

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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.
Melt 1/4 cup of the butter in skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and saute for 2 to 3 minutes; remove from heat. Melt the remaining butter in the skillet with the garlic. In a bowl, combine butter with noodles; mix well. Add pepper if you would like.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 20 mins
READY IN 30 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jun 23, 2006

Although this is good with butter, it's even better with olive oil. Give the oil a try and then add some parmesean cheese to top. MMMM

—FLORAB

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Feb 22, 2010

easy; good but bland. Added parmesan and salt-was much better. Also can cut butter at least in half.

—WERFLY

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32 Ratings

Sep 28, 2009

I enjoyed this recipe alright the first time I made it by following the directions perfectly. The next time I made it I added tomatoes, mushrooms and basil to the butter and garlic and sauteed them all together. Much tastier that way. I am going to make it this way again for dinner tonight.

—OK_Momma

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Nov 25, 2003

This just happens to be my favorite way to eat pasta. On days when I need extra zip in my life I like to add a few red pepper flakes and of course, coarse black pepper. Thanks for reminding me. I just might have this for dinner.

—JEANIE BEAN

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Oct 13, 2009

Loved this I always make the kids buttered pasta, but this was soo good with the garlic. Will make again, Thanks!

—amandak23k

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Mar 29, 2006

Yummy dish that uses ingredients most people already have. My husband and I added more garlic and used less butter, as per someone else's suggestions. We also added some fresh rosemary, ground black pepper, and a little cajun seasoning. Delicious. Will definitely make again!

—lonimuse

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Nov 25, 2003

My favorite comfort food - I make this all the time. I do use a little more garlic, and probably not as much butter. I also throw in a little parmesan and some cajun seasoning in when I toss everything together. Perfect side dish when you have a fancy main course.

—SweetBasil

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May 09, 2012

Easy, simple, and delicious. What could be better? I had a bit of spaghetti I had to use up (only enough for one serving), so this was perfect for a quick dinner. Thanks, Sue.

—MBKRH

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Nutrition

Calories
314 kcal
16%

Carbohydrates
31.3 g
10%

Cholesterol
46 mg
15%

Fat
18.3 g
28%

Fiber
1 g
4%

Protein
7.2 g
14%

Sodium
313 mg
13%

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

Nutritional Information

Spaghetti Olio

Serving Size: 1/8 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 314
Calories from Fat: 164

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.3g 28 %
Saturated Fat 10.9g 55 %
Cholesterol 46mg 15 %
Sodium 313mg 13 %
Potassium 113mg 3 %
Total Carbohydrates 31.3g 10 %
Dietary Fiber 1g 4 %
Protein 7.2g 14 %
Sugars 1g
** Vitamin A 11 %
Vitamin C < 1 %
Calcium < 1 %
Iron 15 %
** Thiamin < 1 %
** Niacin < 1 %
** Vitamin B6 < 1 %
Magnesium 143 %
** Folate < 1 %

* 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.