Spaghetti aglio e olio

Method 6

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti until al dente (about 8 minutes).

2. 2

   While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a wide pan over medium-low heat. Add sliced garlic and cook gently until pale gold (2-3 minutes).

3. 3

   Add chilli flakes and cook 30 seconds more. Do not let the garlic brown.

4. 4

   Reserve 100 ml of pasta water, then drain the pasta.

5. 5

   Add pasta to the pan with the oil. Toss with a splash of pasta water to emulsify.

6. 6

   Stir in parsley, season with salt, and serve with parmesan if using.