String Garlic And Oil Recipe

Time20m

Serves2

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Ingredients

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1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water.
2
Cook Spaghetti
Add 200g of spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
3
Drain Spaghetti
Once cooked, reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti in a colander.

4
Prepare Garlic
While the spaghetti is cooking, peel and thinly slice 4 cloves of garlic.
5
Heat Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat 60ml of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic.
6
Cook Garlic
Cook the garlic until it's golden brown and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to burn it.
7
Add Red Pepper Flakes
Stir in 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
8
Combine with Pasta
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic oil. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
9
Garnish
Remove from heat and toss in 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley. Season with salt to taste.