Classic Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A simple and delicious Italian pasta dish made with garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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.
2. While the pasta cooks, 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. Add the red chili flakes and cook for an additional minute.
5. Once the spaghetti is cooked, reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
6. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic oil. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a light sauce.
7. Season with salt to taste and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot, with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 540
Protein: 12g
Fat: 22g
Carbohydrates: 75g
Fiber: 3g
Sodium: 300mg

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