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
Ingredients:
- 200g spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 60ml extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
Instructions:
1. Bring a large 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, being careful not to burn it.
3. Stir in the red chili flakes and cook for another 30 seconds.
4. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to combine with the garlic and oil. If the mixture seems dry, add a bit of the reserved pasta water.
5. Season with salt to taste and mix well.
6. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve immediately with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 12g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg

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