S Le Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Cooking the Pasta
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring about 4 liters of water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the boiling water.
Cook Spaghetti
Add 200g of spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes.
Reserve Pasta Water
Before draining the pasta, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water.
Drain Pasta
Drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside.
Preparing the Sauce
Add Chili Flakes
Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of red chili flakes and stir for another 30 seconds.
Adjust Consistency
If the pasta seems dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.
Finishing Touches
Season and Serve
Add 50g of grated Parmesan cheese and 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley. Toss everything together.
Add Optional Ingredients
If using, slice cherry tomatoes and black olives and add them to the pasta. Toss gently.
Plate and Garnish
Serve the pasta hot, garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired.