Classic Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A simple yet flavorful Italian pasta dish made with garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Serving Size: 2 servings

Ingredients:

- Spaghetti: 200g
- Olive oil: 4 tablespoons
- Garlic: 4 cloves, thinly sliced
- Red chili flakes: 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
- Fresh parsley: 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Salt: to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional): for serving

Instructions:

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ 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 sauté until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
3. Add the red chili flakes to the skillet and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
4. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to coat in the garlic oil. If the pasta seems dry, add some reserved pasta water.
5. Stir in the chopped parsley and season with salt to taste.
6. Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

- Calories: 420
- Protein: 10g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg

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