Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A classic Italian pasta dish that's simple yet bursting with flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Serving Size: 2 servings
Ingredients:
- 200g spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions:
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking until the garlic is golden brown but not burnt, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to coat in the garlic oil. If the pasta seems dry, add a bit of the reserved pasta water.
4. Season with salt to taste and mix well.
5. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 550
- Protein: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fat: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 0g

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