Classic Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

Classic Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe
*Simple yet flavorful Italian pasta dish* *Preparation Time: 20 minutes*
*Serving Size: 2 servings*
Ingredients:
- 200g spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions:
1. Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté until the garlic is golden brown, about 2 minutes.
3. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to coat in the garlic oil. If the pasta seems dry, add a little of the reserved pasta water until you reach the desired consistency.
4. Season with salt to taste and toss again.
5. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 570
- Protein: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 76g
- Fat: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
Reviews: 3.67 (709 reviews) ★★★★★