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Spaghetti Aglio e Olio Recipe

INGREDIENTS

1 pound spaghetti, uncooked ▢6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced ▢⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil ▢¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes ▢¼ cup chopped parsley, optional ▢1 cup grated Parmesan, optional

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STEP-1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.  

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STEP-2

Add a generous amount of salt and add pasta. Boil pasta until al dente.

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STEP-3

While the pasta is cooking heat a large skillet with the olive oil over medium to medium low heat. Add garlic and stir constantly to prevent burning. 

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STEP-4

Cook the garlic just until golden. Stir in the red pepper flakes and remove from heat.

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STEP-5

Once the pasta is done cooking transfer to the skillet along with at least ½ cup of the pasta water. 

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STEP-6

Toss to combine. If desired add the parsley and cheese and toss lightly to combine. Serve immediately.

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