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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Spaghetti
In a large pot of salted boiling water, add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the spaghetti.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
- 3
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, along with the reserved pasta water, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Toss to combine everything thoroughly and heat through for about 2-3 minutes.