Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A classic Italian pasta dish made with garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes. Perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Serving Size: 2 servings

Ingredients:

- 200g spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 60ml 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. Add the spaghetti and cook 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 another minute.
5. Once the spaghetti is cooked, reserve a cup of pasta water and then drain the spaghetti.
6. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine with the garlic and oil.
7. If the pasta seems dry, add a little 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.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

- Calories: 450
- Protein: 12g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 1g

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