Pasta with Garlic and Oil

Pasta with Garlic and Oil is a simple yet flavorful Lebanese dish that highlights the aromatic essence of garlic infused in olive oil. Served al dente, this dish offers a delightful balance of taste and texture, making it a perfect quick meal or side dish.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or linguine) - 160 grams
• Olive oil - 4 tablespoons
• Garlic - 4 cloves, thinly sliced
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon (optional)

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
4. Stir in the red pepper flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
5. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
6. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the garlic oil, tossing to coat. If the pasta seems dry, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
7. Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice (if using), then toss in the chopped parsley.
8. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.6 L

Health Benefits

• Garlic is known for its potential heart health benefits.
• Olive oil contains healthy fats that are beneficial for overall health.

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