Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

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1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.

   Noin 5 min

2. 2

   Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package directions until al dente.

   Noin 10 min

   Kokin vinkki: Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.

3. 3

   While the pasta cooks, heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat.

   Noin 1 min

4. 4

   Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet.

5. 5

   Sauté gently for 3-4 minutes, or until the garlic is golden and fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

   Noin 4 min

   Kokin vinkki: Lower the heat if the garlic starts to brown too quickly.

6. 6

   Drain the cooked spaghetti, then immediately transfer it to the skillet with the garlic and oil.

   Noin 1 min

7. 7

   Add about half a cup of the reserved pasta water to the skillet and toss everything together vigorously.

   Noin 1 min

   Kokin vinkki: The pasta water helps create a silky sauce that coats the spaghetti.

8. 8

   Continue tossing and adding more pasta water as needed until a light sauce forms and the pasta is well coated.

   Noin 1 min

9. 9

   Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

10. 10

    Stir in the fresh parsley just before serving.