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A simple and authentic Italian pasta made with garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes that proves simplicity delivers the best flavor.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp salt

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Wide skillet
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti until just shy of al dente.
  2. Warm olive oil in a wide pan over low heat and gently cook sliced garlic until fragrant and lightly golden.
  3. Add red pepper flakes to the oil and stir briefly to release their flavor.
  4. Reserve pasta water, then transfer spaghetti directly into the pan with the garlic oil.
  5. Add a splash of pasta water and toss continuously until the pasta is coated and silky.
  6. Season with salt, add parsley, toss once more, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 12gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 3.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gSodium: 480mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Serve immediately for best texture and flavor. Adjust chili flakes to taste.

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