Ingredients
- Spaghetti – 400 grams
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil – 1/2 cup
- Garlic – 4 cloves, thinly sliced
- Red Pepper Flakes – 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
- Fresh Parsley – 1/4 cup, finely chopped
- Salt – to taste
- Parmesan Cheese – grated, for serving (optional)
- Freshly Ground Black Pepper – to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta:
- Fill a large pot with water, add a generous pinch of salt, and bring it to a boil.
- Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the spaghetti.
- Prepare the Garlic and Oil:
- While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced garlic and sauté until it turns golden brown, being careful not to burn it.
- Add the Spice:
- Stir in the red pepper flakes, allowing them to infuse the oil with their heat.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce:
- Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet, tossing it in the garlic oil mixture.
- If the pasta seems dry, gradually add some of the reserved pasta water until you achieve your desired consistency.
- Add Freshness:
- Stir in the chopped parsley, mixing well to distribute evenly throughout the pasta.
- Season to Taste:
- Add salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your preference.
- Serve:
- Transfer the spaghetti to serving plates and optionally top with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg