Pasta Aglio e Olio

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1. 1

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

   Ongeveer 5 min

   Tip van de kok: Use plenty of water for the pasta to prevent sticking.

2. 2

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

   Ongeveer 8 min

   Tip van de kok: Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.

3. 3

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

   Ongeveer 1 min

   Tip van de kok: Keep the heat low to gently infuse the oil with garlic flavor without burning it.

4. 4

   Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes to the pan and sauté gently for 3-5 minutes, until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden.

   Ongeveer 4 min

   Tip van de kok: Do not let the garlic brown too much, as it will become bitter.

5. 5

   Drain the cooked spaghetti, reserving some pasta water, then add it directly to the skillet with the garlic oil.

   Ongeveer 1 min

6. 6

   Toss the pasta well to coat it evenly with the garlic olive oil.

   Ongeveer 1 min

7. 7

   Add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water to the skillet and continue tossing, creating a light sauce that emulsifies with the oil.

   Ongeveer 1 min

   Tip van de kok: Add more pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, if the pasta seems too dry.

8. 8

   Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

9. 9

   Stir in the fresh parsley just before serving.

10. 10

    Serve immediately and enjoy.