Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A classic Italian pasta dish made 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 (adjust to taste)
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions:
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
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. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
3. Add the red pepper flakes and stir for about 30 seconds to release their flavor.
4. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to coat in the garlic and oil mixture. If the pasta seems dry, add a little reserved pasta water until you reach the desired consistency.
5. Season with salt to taste and toss in the chopped parsley.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 400
Protein: 10g
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 1g

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