Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A classic Italian pasta dish 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 (optional)
Instructions:
1. Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water 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 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the red pepper flakes and sauté for another minute, stirring well to combine.
4. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing it in the garlic oil. If the pasta seems dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water.
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 and enjoy!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 400
Protein: 10g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Fat: 15g
Fiber: 2g
Sodium: 200mg

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