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Pasta Aglio e Olio

Spaghetti mixed in olive oil with garlic, parsley, and chili flakes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb spaghetti
  • 0.33 cup olive oil
  • 6 garlic cloves thinly sliced
  • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 0.25 cup chopped parsley

Method
 

  1. Cook the spaghetti in salted water until al dente, reserving a cup of pasta water.
  2. Warm the olive oil with the garlic and red pepper flakes over low heat until fragrant and golden.
  3. Add the drained pasta to the pan along with a splash of pasta water.
  4. Toss until the pasta is glossy and coated.
  5. Stir in the parsley and serve.

Notes

Don't let the garlic brown too far or it will turn bitter.