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:
- 200g spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 60ml extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon red chili 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 about 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 but not burnt, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Stir in the red chili flakes and cook for another 30 seconds.
4. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss well to coat in the garlic oil. If the pasta seems dry, add a splash of reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.
5. Season with salt to taste and mix in the chopped parsley.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 400
Protein: 10g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Fat: 15g
Fiber: 2g
Sodium: 200mg

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