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Erickson Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

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Erickson Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
Yield
4–6 servings

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Ingredients

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Directions

  1. 1. Cook spaghetti until al dente; reserve pasta water.
  2. 2. Gently cook garlic in olive oil until pale golden. Add red pepper flakes.
  3. 3. Add pasta and a splash of pasta water and toss vigorously until glossy.
  4. 4. Finish with parsley and optional lemon.

Equipment

Standard home kitchen equipment appropriate to the method

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Food safety & storage

Use clean utensils and refrigerate perishable leftovers promptly.

Store leftovers in a clean glass container in the refrigerator.

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