- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Serving: 2 servings
This is about as simple and flavorful as a pasta dish can be. It takes about 2 minutes to prepare (aside from cooking the pasta), and is so satisfying and delicious, you will want to make it all the time when you're in a rush for dinner. I eat this all the time – a great olive oil and some really good salt make all the difference.
Ingredients
- spaghetti - enough for 2 people
- garlic clove - 1
- olive oil - 1 - 2 tbsp
- pecorino - 1/4 cup or parmesan
- crushed red pepper - as much as you want
- salt and pepper - use very generously
how to
- Boil pasta following package directions until al dente (usually I drain the pasta about one minute before the end of the cooking time).
- While pasta rests in strainer, pour enough oil into the still hot pot so the pasta won't stick to the bottom. The burner is OFF.
- Add drained pasta and pour in a little olive oil. Add salt, pepper, pepperoncini to taste and the very finely chopped garlic (I used a garlic press). Toss well together. Add the cheese, toss again, and serve immediately.
