Basic Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in boiling water until al dente, about 12 minutes. Reserve water.
2
While cooking pasta, warm oil and add garlic to infuse the oil with garlic flavor.
3
After the garlic has softened, add red pepper flakes, parsley, spinach and grape tomatoes and cook until spinach is wilted.
4
Add spaghetti to oil and vegetables and mix to combine.
5
Add 1/4 cup to 1/2 cup of the reserved spaghetti water. The starch from the pasta will help absorb some of the oil and add flavor.
6
Top with parmigiano-reggiano cheese (optional).

Categories: Pasta