Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A classic Italian pasta dish made with simple ingredients for a quick and delicious meal.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Serving Size: 2 servings

Ingredients:

- 200g spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 60ml extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper 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. 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, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking until the garlic is golden and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to combine with the garlic oil. If the pasta seems dry, add a little reserved pasta water.
4. Season with salt to taste and toss again.
5. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

- Calories: 450
- Protein: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fat: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 1g

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