Classic Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A simple yet flavorful Italian pasta dish made with garlic, olive oil, and red pepper flakes.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Serving Size: 2 servings
Ingredients:
- 200g spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 60ml 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 the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté until golden brown, being careful not to burn it.
4. Stir in the red pepper flakes and cook for another 30 seconds.
5. Once the pasta is done, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
6. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic and oil. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
7. Season with salt to taste and garnish with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
8. Serve hot and enjoy your meal!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 450
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Protein: 12g
Fiber: 2g
Sodium: 200mg

Reviews: 4.9 (3897 reviews) ★★★★★ share