Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A classic Italian pasta dish, simple yet bursting with flavor.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Serving Size: 2 servings
Ingredients:
- 200g spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions:
1. Boil a pot of salted water and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
2. While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the sliced garlic to the skillet 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 done, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water and then drain the pasta.
6. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic oil. Toss to coat the pasta evenly.
7. If the pasta seems dry, add a bit of the reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.
8. Season with salt to taste and garnish with fresh parsley.
9. Serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 400
Protein: 10g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fat: 18g
Fiber: 2g
Sodium: 200mg

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