Classic Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A simple and flavorful Italian pasta dish made with garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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 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 it turns golden, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
3. Add the red pepper flakes and stir for about 30 seconds.
4. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time if needed to create a sauce.
5. Season with salt to taste and toss in the chopped parsley.
6. Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 400
Protein: 10g
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 1g

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