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, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add the sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté until it is golden brown, being careful not to burn it.

4. 4

   Stir in the red pepper flakes and cook for another 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, tossing to coat the pasta.

7. 7

   If the pasta seems dry, add some of the reserved pasta water, a little at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

8. 8

   Stir in the chopped parsley and season with salt to taste.

9. 9

   Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired.