Torquato's Misunderstood Cold Pasta with Garlic Sauce

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   In a 6-quart kettle bring 5 quarts water to a boil and add 2 1/2 tablespoons salt and pasta.

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   Cool pasta until al dente.

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   While pasta is cooking, in a skillet cook garlic in 2 tablespoons oil over moderate heat, stirring, until it just be gins to turn pale golden and stir in parsley.

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   Remove skillet from heat and add salt and pepper.

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   Ladle out and reserve 1/4 cup cooking liquid.

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   Drain pasta and rinse well under cold water until cool.

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   Drain pasta well and transfer to a large bowl.

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   Add garlic mixture, reserved cooking liquid, and remaining 2 tablespoons oil, or to taste, and toss well.

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   Chill pasta at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours.

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    Season pasta with pepper and additional salt before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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