Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A simple 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
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions:
1. Boil a large pot of salted water 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 pepper flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
5. Once the spaghetti is cooked, reserve a cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
6. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine with the garlic oil.
7. If the pasta seems dry, add a little reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.
8. Season with salt to taste and garnish with chopped parsley.
9. Serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 450
Protein: 10g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Fat: 20g
Fiber: 3g

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