Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A simple and flavorful 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
- 60ml extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)

Instructions:

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook 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 garlic slices and sauté until golden brown, about 2 minutes.
3. Add red pepper flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
4. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to coat in the garlic oil. If the pasta seems dry, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
5. Season with salt to taste and toss in chopped parsley.
6. Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

- Calories: 400
- Protein: 12g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg

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