Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A classic Italian pasta dish made with simple ingredients: garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Serving Size: 2 servings

Ingredients:

- 200g spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 60ml extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (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, about 2 minutes.
3. Stir in the red chili flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
4. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed for moisture.
5. Season with salt to taste and mix in chopped parsley.
6. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

- Calories: 450
- Protein: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fat: 20g
- Fiber: 2g

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