Mimi's Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

Zubereitung

1. 1

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

2. 2

   While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add the sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is golden and fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

4. 4

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

5. 5

   Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the spaghetti.

6. 6

   Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic and oil. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly.

7. 7

   If the pasta seems dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water and toss again.

8. 8

   Add the chopped fresh parsley and salt. Toss to combine.

9. 9

   Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired.