Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, according to package instructions.

2. 2

   While the pasta is cooking, thinly slice the garlic cloves.

3. 3

   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and sauté until golden brown, being careful not to burn it.

4. 4

   Add the red pepper flakes to the skillet and stir for about 30 seconds.

5. 5

   Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the spaghetti.

6. 6

   Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic and oil. Toss to coat the pasta, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.

7. 7

   Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.

8. 8

   Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired.