Spaghetti Aglio E Olio Recipe
Spaghetti tossed with garlic, olive oil, and red pepper flakes.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Spaghetti
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the spaghetti.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
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.
- 3
Combine
Add the red pepper flakes to the skillet and stir for about 30 seconds. Then, add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine. If the pasta seems dry, add a little reserved pasta water.
- 4
Finish and Serve
Chop the parsley and add it to the spaghetti. Season with salt to taste, and toss again. Serve immediately, with grated Parmesan cheese on top if desired.
