Learn How to Make a Classic Aglio Olio Recipe | Delicious and Easy!

Ingredients: 8 oz. spaghetti (about 4 servings) 1/4 cup olive oil 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes Salt and pepper, to taste 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional) Directions: Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. While spaghetti is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes to skillet and cook until garlic is golden brown and fragrant. Drain spaghetti and add it to the skillet with the garlic and oil. Toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Optional: top with grated Parmesan cheese before serving. Based on this recipe, a serving size of about 2 oz. of cooked spaghetti (without cheese) with the garlic and oil sauce would contain approximately 220-240 calories. Adding Parmesan cheese would increase the calorie count by about 50-60 calories per serving.