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: 2 servings
Ingredients:
- 200g spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 60ml extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions:
1. Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the sliced garlic and sauté until golden brown, being careful not to burn it.
4. Stir in the red pepper flakes and cook for another minute.
5. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet, tossing it with the garlic oil. If the pasta seems dry, add some reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.
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: 420
Protein: 12g
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 0g

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