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 the package instructions.

2. 2

   While the spaghetti is cooking, peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves.

3. 3

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

4. 4

   Once the spaghetti is cooked, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water and then drain the spaghetti.

5. 5

   Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic and oil. Toss to coat the spaghetti in the oil mixture. If the pasta seems dry, add some of the reserved pasta water, a little at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

6. 6

   Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped parsley. Season with salt to taste.

7. 7

   Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired.