Spaghettini Aglio E Olio Recipe

Time25m

Serves2

Fine spaghettini tossed in garlic, olive oil, parsley and Parmesan with spicy chilies.

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Ingredients

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1
Cook the Spaghettini
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghettini and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the rest.
2
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red chili flakes, sautéing until the garlic is golden and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
3
Combine
Add the drained spaghettini to the skillet with the garlic oil. Toss well to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
4
Finish the Dish
Stir in the chopped parsley, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Toss until everything is well combined and heated through.
5
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired.