Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A classic Italian pasta dish made with simple ingredients, perfect for a quick meal.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Serving Size: 2 servings
Ingredients:
- 200g spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions:
1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
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 pepper flakes and cook for an additional minute.
4. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a sauce.
5. Season with salt to taste and toss again.
6. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
7. Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 550
Protein: 14g
Carbohydrates: 70g
Fat: 25g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 1g

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