This Spaghetti Aglio e Olio is a classic Italian dish made with simple ingredients: spaghetti, garlic, red chili flakes, and olive oil. It's quick to prepare and full of flavor, making it a perfect weeknight meal.
1: Bring a large stockpot of generously-salted water to a boil.
2: Add spaghetti and cook until nearly al dente.
3: Heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
4: Add the sliced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes and sauté for 3 to 5 minutes, or until lightly golden.
5: Add pasta along with 1/2 cup of the hot starchy pasta water.
6: Toss the pasta continuously until evenly coated in the garlic sauce.
7: If the sauce looks a bit too dry, add in another 1/4 cup of the starchy pasta water.
8: Give the pasta a quick taste and add an extra pinch of salt and/or crushed red pepper flakes if needed.
9: Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and parsley.
