Description
A simple yet flavorful dish made with garlic, olive oil, and spaghetti.
Ingredients
Scale
- 400g spaghetti
- 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 100ml extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced garlic and sauté until golden brown.
- Add red pepper flakes to the skillet and cook for an additional minute.
- Drain the spaghetti, reserving some pasta water, and add to the skillet.
- Toss the spaghetti in the garlic oil mixture, adding reserved pasta water if needed to help coat the spaghetti.
- Season with salt to taste and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
This dish is quick to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg