Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A classic 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 tsp 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 and sauté until golden brown, being careful not to burn it.
4. Stir in the red pepper flakes and cook for an additional minute.
5. Once the spaghetti is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
6. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic oil, tossing to combine.
7. If the pasta seems dry, add some reserved pasta water until you reach the desired consistency.
8. Season with salt and garnish with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutritional Information (per serving):

- Calories: 450
- Total Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
- Sodium: 180mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 55g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 1g
- Protein: 10g

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