Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

*Simple and delicious Italian pasta dish with garlic and olive oil*
*Preparation Time: 20 minutes*
*Serving Size: 2*
Ingredients:
- 200g spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 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. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
2. While the pasta cooks, 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 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
4. Stir in the red pepper flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
5. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to coat in the garlic oil. If the pasta seems dry, add a little reserved pasta water.
6. Season with salt to taste and toss in the chopped parsley.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 520
- Protein: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fat: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg

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