Classic Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

Description: A simple yet flavorful Italian pasta dish featuring garlic, olive oil, and red pepper flakes.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Serving Size: 4 servings
Ingredients:
- 400g spaghetti
- 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 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. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the spaghetti.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced garlic and sauté until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
3. Stir in red pepper flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
4. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat with the garlic oil. If the pasta seems dry, add a little reserved pasta water.
5. Season with salt to taste and garnish with chopped parsley.
6. Serve hot, with grated Parmesan cheese on top if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 11g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg

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