Spaghetti topped with Garlic Olive Oil and Pepper Flakes

Ingredients 

• 1 pound dried Colavita Spaghetti
• 1/2 cup Colavita extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, peeled
• 1 tbsp (tablespoon) red pepper flakes, plus more if desired
• 1/4 cup chopped Italian flat-leaf parsley
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil leaves
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves

Method

Step 1

In a large pot, bring to a boil 2 litres of salted water. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 6 to 8 minutes.

Step 2

Drain pasta in a colander, just reserve 2 tablespoons of pasta water to create the sauce.

Step 3

Do not rinse pasta with water so as to retain the pasta’s natural starches so that the sauce will stick.

Step 4

In a large sauce pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute until light brown and fragrant.

Step 5

Take care to not burn the garlic or else it will become bitter. Separate and discard the browned garlic; if any.

Step 6

Add red pepper flakes and saute for a minute. Slowly add the reserved pasta water and stir to combine.

Step 7

Place the spaghetti into the pan and mix well for 1 minute. Remove from heat and top with fresh herbs.

Step 8

Enjoy your delicious Colavita Spaghetti cuisine with your family or friends.

Serving Size 1 cup = 140 gm

* Based on a 2000 calorie diet
Nutritional details are an estimate and should only be used as a guide for approximation..

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