Classic Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A simple yet flavorful Italian pasta dish made with garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Serving Size: 2 servings
Ingredients:
- Spaghetti (200g)
- Olive oil (60ml)
- Garlic (4 cloves, thinly sliced)
- Red chili flakes (1 tsp)
- Fresh parsley (2 tbsp, chopped)
- Salt (to taste)
- Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions:
1. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and sauté until golden brown, being careful not to burn it.
3. Add the red chili flakes to the skillet and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
4. Toss the cooked spaghetti into the skillet, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a sauce.
5. Stir in the chopped parsley and season with salt to taste.
6. Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 540
- Protein: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fat: 22g
- Fiber: 3g

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