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Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb spaghetti
  • 6 cloves garlic thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
  • Fresh parsley chopped, for serving

Method
 

  1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
  2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Cook garlic and pepper flakes slowly 4-5 minutes, stirring often, until garlic is golden but not browned.
  3. Add drained pasta directly to the skillet along with 1/2 cup pasta water. Toss vigorously over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until a light sauce forms.
  4. Season with salt and pepper. Add more pasta water if needed.
  5. Remove from heat, toss with Parmesan, and top with fresh parsley.