Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the pasta and cook, stirring after 1 minute, until about three-quarters of the way done.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large saute pan over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add the red pepper flakes and garlic and cook until just beginning to turn golden brown, then add the parsley.

4. 4

   Add a ladle of the pasta water to stop the cooking process and allow the flavors to combine.

5. 5

   When the pasta is three-quarters of the way cooked, remove it from the water and add it to the saute pan.

6. 6

   Add more pasta water as necessary to finish cooking the pasta, letting the liquid reduce as the pasta finishes to form a sauce.

7. 7

   Season with salt if desired and transfer to a large serving dish.

8. 8

   Drizzle with more olive oil and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.