Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A classic Italian pasta dish made with garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Serving Size: 4
Ingredients:
- 400g spaghetti
- 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon 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.
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 chili flakes and cook for an additional minute.
5. Once the spaghetti is cooked, reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
6. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic and oil. Toss to combine.
7. If the pasta seems dry, add some reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
8. Season with salt to taste and garnish with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
9. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Spaghetti Aglio e Olio!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 450
Protein: 11g
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 62g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 1g

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