Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A classic Italian pasta dish that's quick to make with just a few ingredients.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Serving Size: 2 servings
Ingredients:
- 200g spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
Instructions:
1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and sliced garlic. Sauté until the garlic turns golden brown, being careful not to burn it.
3. Add the red pepper flakes and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
4. Toss the cooked spaghetti into the skillet, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
5. Season with salt to taste and mix well.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 420
Protein: 10g
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 1g

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