Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A simple yet flavorful Italian pasta dish made with garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Serving Size: 4

Ingredients:

- 400g spaghetti
- 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup 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 and then drain the spaghetti.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and sauté until golden and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
3. Add the red pepper flakes to the skillet and stir for about 30 seconds.
4. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic oil. If the pasta seems dry, add some reserved pasta water, a little at a time, until you achieve your desired consistency.
5. Season with salt and toss in the chopped parsley.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 450
Total Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 5mg
Sodium: 180mg
Total Carbohydrates: 60g
Dietary Fiber: 3g
Sugars: 1g
Protein: 10g

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