Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A simple yet flavorful pasta dish made with garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Serving Size: 2 servings
Ingredients:
- 200g spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 60ml extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 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 is cooking, heat the 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 chili flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
5. Once the spaghetti is cooked, reserve a cup of pasta water and then drain the pasta.
6. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine with the garlic and oil.
7. If the pasta seems dry, add a splash of reserved pasta water until you reach the desired consistency.
8. Season with salt to taste, and garnish with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
9. Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 400
Protein: 12g
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 1g

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