A simple and flavorful pasta dish made with garlic, olive oil, and red pepper flakes, garnished with fresh parsley.
Ingredients
- 8ozspaghetti (or your preferred pasta)
- 4clovegarlic, thinly sliced
- 1/2cupolive oil
- 1/4tspred pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1piecefresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
How to make Pasta with Garlic and Olive Oil
Boil a large pot of salted water, then add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and cook until golden brown (be careful not to burn it).
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, along with the red pepper flakes. Toss everything together, and if the pasta looks dry, add a bit of the reserved pasta water until you achieve your desired consistency.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
Plate the pasta and enjoy your meal!
Tips & Tricks
Be careful not to burn the garlic as it can turn bitter.
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to suit your spice preference.
Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.
