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: 4 servings
Ingredients:
- Spaghetti - 400g
- Olive oil - 1/2 cup
- Garlic - 6 cloves, thinly sliced
- Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
- Fresh parsley - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Salt - to taste
- Parmesan cheese - grated, for serving (optional)
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 1 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 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
3. Add the red chili flakes to the skillet and stir for about 30 seconds.
4. Toss in the drained spaghetti and mix well, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley. Season with salt to taste.
6. Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 450
Protein: 12g
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 1g

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