“Aio e Oio”-Roman Garlic and Oil Sauce
Oh, it feels good to finally have drawn a recipe that has been a staple in our family for years and years. This is a simple recipe with tons of flavor. Just garlic and red pepper sautéed in a good extra virgin olive oil and then mixed with some spaghetti and fresh parsley. Nothing fancy, but nothing better. I do usually add some anchovy, but it is not necessary.
When I first tried this recipe, Michael’s cousin made it for me. I was helping her in the kitchen that day and I kept questioning her about what other ingredients that we needed for the dish. I couldn’t believe that this could work. Well, it blew me away then and still does today. Comfort food at its finest!
Sounds great, Beth! Simple is good!
Beth responds-Yes, it definitely works for us! With as busy as our lives are, we need something that tastes great and I can get on the table quickly.
Looks good Beth and I agree it is comfort food. I especially like that little kick the red chile pepper provides!
When we lived in Rome, at a time when restaurants stayed open most of the night, we sometimes went out at midnight to have this pasta.
Beth responds- Unfortunately, we often still eat at midnight. Having the 2 stores/restaurants means that we eat late. With recipes like this it makes it easy to have something great quickly.
Beth – I’m in Rome this weekend – I’ll look for this pasta! Your version of it ooks amazing.
Beth responds-Now, I am so jealous!! Oh, well I know you will love the pasta!