Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A classic Italian pasta dish that is simple yet full of flavor. Perfect for a quick dinner!
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Serving Size: 2

Ingredients:

- 200g spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions:

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
2. While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, cooking until the garlic is golden and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Once the spaghetti is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water and drain the rest.
5. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic oil, tossing to coat. If the pasta seems dry, add a little reserved pasta water.
6. Season with salt to taste and toss in chopped parsley.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

- Calories: 480
- Protein: 12g
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 1g

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