Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A classic Italian dish that is simple, flavorful, and made with just a few ingredients.
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 and red pepper flakes to the skillet, cooking until the garlic is golden and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Drain the spaghetti, reserving a little pasta water.
5. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic oil, tossing to coat. If needed, add a splash of reserved pasta water for moisture.
6. Season with salt to taste and toss in the chopped parsley.
7. Serve hot, with grated Parmesan cheese on top if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 600
Fat: 30g
Carbohydrates: 70g
Protein: 12g
Fiber: 3g

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