SPAGHETTINI WITH GARLIC, PARSLEY & OLIVE OIL

Steps:

• Bring a generous pot of salted water to a boil over a high heat, and stir in the spaghettini. Stir frequently and cook for 5-6 minutes, until tender but still firm. Meanwhile, put the olive oil and garlic in a saucepan and heat gently until the garlic begins to sizzle and release its fragrance (take care not to brown or burn). Add the parsley to the pan along with a 1/2 cup of the pasta water. When the pasta is cooked, use a skimmer to lift it out of the water and directly into the pan, or drain it, reserving some of the liquid, then add to the pan. Toss the pasta and let it simmer briefly in the sauce to finish cooking and absorb the favors. Add more pasta water if needed to keep the pasta loose and saucy. Taste the pasta for salt, and add more water if necessary. Add grated Parmesan cheese and/or dried chili flakes if desired.