Angel hair pasta with fresh garlic and parmesan

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 lb angel hair pasta
• Salt
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoon finely chopped fresh herbs such as rosemary, thyme, oregano
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 3 cloves garlic, sliced
• 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flake, to taste
• 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation:

Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a small saucepan on medium heat. Add the sliced garlic, red pepper flakes, finely chopped herbs, and chopped parsley to the oil. Cook for one minute or until the parsley has wilted. Remove from heat. Place pasta in a large bowl. Pour herb and garlic sauce over the pasta and gently toss to combine. To serve, top with the Parmesan cheese and freshly ground black pepper.

Irene Milito