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Ready to travel to the heart of Naples from your kitchen?
Fettucce aglio, olio e peperoncino are waiting just for you.
A dish that looks simple, but is strikingly elegant.
What if real luxury, in the end, came down to just three ingredients?
“When time was short, Nonna would work her magic in an instant. A few cloves of garlic, a splash of oil, a pinch of chili… and our aglio, olio e peperoncino pasta was ready in no time! It was our quick little ritual, but always full of flavor and warmth.”
— Casa Bandera, from our Famiglia to yours
Imagine an Italian table where everything feels simple, yet perfectly intentional.
The aroma of warm garlic fills the kitchen in seconds.
And just like that, chili awakens the senses.
Like a promise of character.
Because in Italy, a dish always begins before the first bite.
That suspended moment is already the art of Italian hospitality.
And what if a simple dish could set the tone for an entire evening?
Sometimes, all it takes is a simple idea to imagine an Italian menu designed for effortless entertaining.
One that naturally leads to a complete, balanced, and generous Italian dinner.
Without ever losing the simplicity of the gesture.
And everything becomes even clearer when you understand how to host stress-free, in true Italian spirit.
The magic always begins in a hot pan.
The garlic slowly turns golden.
Never rushed.
Then the olive oil wraps everything in a quiet, silky softness.
The fettucce slide in gently, as if it were the most natural thing in the world.
So few ingredients.
So why does the flavor leave such a lasting impression?
Because Italian cuisine never tries to impress.
A little pasta cooking water is enough to transform the texture.
And suddenly:
everything comes together, smooth and effortless.
It is no longer just a dish.
It is a way of hosting.
Of sharing.
Of living.
Italy here is experienced more than it is cooked.
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Difficulty 2/5 Cost low Preparation time 5 minutes Cooking time 10 minutes Gluten |
Portions 2 Calories 800 kcal Utensils large frying pan, saucepan, cutting board, knife, ladle, serving tongs Seasons all year round |
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Fettucce (or spaghetti) 250 g Fresh red chili pepper 1 Pecorino romano Fresh parsley Taralli Extra virgin olive oil Garlic cloves 2 Salt Black pepper |
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1 Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and drop in the fettuccine. Let them cook for half of the time indicated on the package.
2 In a large skillet, pour in a drizzle of olive oil, add the fresh chili pepper and the garlic cloves crushed with the flat of a knife. Sauté for a few minutes over medium heat.
3 When the pasta is halfway cooked, drain it, reserving a few ladles of the cooking water. Add the pasta to the skillet, pour in the remaining water, and toss. Then fold in the chopped parsley. Remove the chili pepper from the pan and set aside.
4 Once cooking is complete, remove the garlic cloves and serve the fettuccine in deep bowls, twirling them with a ladle and tongs. Top with chopped parsley, crushed taralli, and a drizzle of olive oil. Finish by sprinkling with pecorino romano, black pepper, and adding the chili pepper for garnish.
Recommended Italian wine pairing?
To pair with pasta aglio, olio e peperoncino, a Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi, with its freshness and notes of citrus and almond, will perfectly balance the spicy and garlicky flavors of the dish.
Discover our selection of Italian wine pairings.
Buon Appetito !
Also read: The Art of Italian Hosting: The Complete Guide to Creating Unforgettable Dinner Parties
Our 10 Golden Rules for Hosting Italian-Style with Ease
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