Spaghetti Aio e Olio

Servings: 2- Total time: 20 minutes### Ingredients

• 200 g (7 oz) spaghetti
  3–4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  -4 cloves, thinly sliced- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakesadjust to taste-, to taste
• Fresh parsley chopped (2 tablespoons)
  Freshly grated Parmesan or Pecorino cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti until alente according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 of pasta water, then drain.
2. the cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced garlic and sauté until fragrant and just golden ( 1–2 minutes); avoid letting it burn.
3. Add red pepper flakes the oil and for about seconds.
4. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet. Toss to coat the garlic oil, adding pasta water a splash at a time to loosen the sauce needed.
5. Season with salt to taste. Remove from heat stir in chopped parsley.
6. Serve immediately, with grated cheese if desired### Tips and variations

• For extra depth, finish a squeeze of lemon juice or a handful of toasted breadcrumbs.
• You can substitute whole-wheat spaghetti for a nuttier flavor or add sautéed shrimp for quick protein boost.
• If you prefer ader version, reduce the and omit the pepper flakes.

Nutrition estimate (per serving)

• Calories: ~420
• Carbo: ~60 g
• Protein: ~10 g
• Fat: ~16 g
• Fiber: ~3 g