Spaghetti Olio Recipe
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Spaghetti Olio

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

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.5 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (26)

What to Drink?
Wine Sangiovese
Prep Time:
10 Min
Cook Time:
20 Min
Ready In:
30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces spaghettini
  • 3/4 cup butter, divided
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 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.
  2. 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.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 314 | Total Fat: 18.3g | Cholesterol: 46mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 23, 2006 by FLORAB   view full review
Although this is good with butter, it's even better with olive oil. Give the oil a try and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 28, 2009 by OK_Momma   view full review
I enjoyed this recipe alright the first time I made it by following the directions perfectly....
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 25, 2003 by JEANIE BEAN   view full review
This just happens to be my favorite way to eat pasta. On days when I need extra zip in my...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 13, 2009 by amandak23k   view full review
Loved this I always make the kids buttered pasta, but this was soo good with the garlic. Will...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 16, 2011 by MommySmith Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I added a pick sweet steamer bag to this recipe (chicken with summer vegetables). It was...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 22, 2010 by WERFLY   view full review
easy; good but bland. Added parmesan and salt-was much better. Also can cut butter at least in...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 30, 2009 by Steph27   view full review
Loved it! Skipped on the black pepper and instead added red pepper flakes and spinach.
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 29, 2006 by lonimuse   view full review
Yummy dish that uses ingredients most people already have. My husband and I added more garlic...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 25, 2003 by SweetBasil Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
My favorite comfort food - I make this all the time. I do use a little more garlic, and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on May 9, 2012 by Heidikins   view full review
Easy, simple, and delicious. What could be better? I had a bit of spaghetti I had to use up...

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