Quick and Easy Pasta Agli Olio

Ingredients

– **Pasta**: 200g spaghetti
– **Olive Oil**: 4 tablespoons
– **Garlic**: 4 cloves, thinly sliced
– **Red Pepper Flakes**: 1 teaspoon (optional)
– **Parsley**: Fresh, chopped for garnish
– **Salt**: To taste
– **Parmesan Cheese**: Grated, for serving (optional)

Step 1: Cook the Past

Start by boiling a pot of salted water. Add 200g of spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.

Step 2: Prepare the Sauce

While the pasta is cooking, heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced garlic and sauté until it becomes golden brown. Be careful not to burn it

Step 3: Add Flavors

If you like a bit of heat, add 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the pan. Stir for about 30 seconds to release the flavors.

Step 4: Combine Pasta and Sauce

Once the pasta is cooked, reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.