Description
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio is a classic Italian pasta dish made with garlic, olive oil, red pepper flakes, and parsley. It’s simple, flavorful, and perfect for a quick meal.
Ingredients
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- 400g (14 oz) spaghetti
- 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt, to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water before draining.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes to the oil and cook until the garlic is golden brown, being careful not to burn it.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet along with the reserved pasta water. Toss to combine and coat the pasta evenly.
- Stir in the chopped parsley and adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
- Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.
- This dish is best served fresh but can be reheated with a bit of extra olive oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg