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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add red pepper flakes and sauté for another 30 seconds.
- 3
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet. Pour in the lemon juice and half of the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together, adding more pasta water if needed to create a silky sauce.
- 4
Add Cheese and Season
Remove from heat and add Grana Padano cheese. Toss until melted and well combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 5
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley and additional Grana Padano if desired.