Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A simple and 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 pepper flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
Instructions:
1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti 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 golden brown, about 2 minutes.
3. Add the red pepper flakes and cook for another 30 seconds.
4. Toss the drained spaghetti into the skillet, adding a bit of the reserved pasta water to create a light sauce. Mix well to coat the spaghetti.
5. Season with salt to taste and garnish with chopped parsley.
6. Serve immediately with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 450
Protein: 10g
Carbohydrates: 65g
Fat: 20g
Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 0g
Sodium: 200mg

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