Ingredients

• spaghetti - 200 grams
• garlic - 4 cloves
• olive oil - 60 ml
• red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• salt - to taste
• Parmesan cheese - grated, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1. 1.

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

2. 2.

   Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.

3. 3.

   While the pasta is cooking, peel and thinly slice the garlic.

4. 4.

   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

5. 5.

   Add the sliced garlic and sauté until golden brown, being careful not to burn it.

6. 6.

   Stir in the red chili flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds.

7. 7.

   Once the pasta is cooked, reserve a cup of pasta water and drain the rest.

8. 8.

   Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic and oil.

9. 9.

   Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a sauce.

10. 10.

    Stir in the chopped parsley and season with salt to taste.

11. 11.

    Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.