Spaghetti in Olive Oil and Garlic

Spaghetti in Olive Oil and Garlic

Time: 25 mins

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 large garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 lb dried spaghetti
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
• crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

• 1 Set a covered large pot of water over high heat.
• 2 Place the oil and garlic in a microwaveable dish. Cover with waxed paper. Microwave on high for about 2 minutes, or until sizzling.
• 3 Remove and set aside.
• 4 When the water boils, add the salt and spaghetti.
• 5 Stir, cover the pot, and return to the boil.
• 6 Uncover and boil, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes, or until al dente.
• 7 Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water.
• 8 Drain the spaghetti and return to the pot.
• 9 Drizzle with the garlic oil.
• 10 Toss to coat.
• 11 Add the parsley and some of the cooking water to moisten.
• 12 Toss.
• 13 Serve with crushed red pepper for seasoning at the table or add before serving, to taste.