Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

Classic Italian pasta dish with garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes. Simple, quick, and full of flavor.

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Prep Time 6

Cook Time 12

Total Time 18

Servings: 2

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Continental, International, Italian

Calories: 360

200 g spaghetti

3 tbsp (45 ml) olive oil

4 garlic cloves (12 g), thinly sliced

1/2 tsp (2 g) chili flakes

1/2 tsp (2 g) salt

2 tbsp (10 g) chopped parsley

Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente; drain, reserve some pasta water.

Heat olive oil; sauté garlic until golden.

Add chili flakes and cooked spaghetti.

Toss with parsley; add little pasta water if dry.

Serve warm with grated cheese if desired.

Nutrition (per serving, approx.): 360 kcal | Carbs 60 g | Protein 9 g | Fat 11 g

Notes: Use extra virgin olive oil for best flavor.

Storage: Serve fresh; can refrigerate 1 day.

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