Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A simple and traditional Italian pasta dish made with garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Serving Size: 2 servings
Ingredients:
- 200g spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 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 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, about 2-3 minutes, being careful not to burn it.
4. Stir in red pepper flakes and cook for another minute.
5. Once the spaghetti is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta.
6. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic oil, tossing to combine. If needed, add reserved pasta water to help emulsify the sauce.
7. Season with salt to taste and toss in chopped parsley.
8. Serve hot, with grated Parmesan cheese on the side if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 550
Fat: 30g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Protein: 12g
Fiber: 3g
Sodium: 300mg

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