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This Midnight Spaghetti is a quick and flavorful pasta that delivers bold taste with minimal effort. Garlic is gently sautéed in olive oil to release its fragrance, then infused with crushed chili flakes for a kick. Tossed with perfectly al dente spaghetti and finished with Parmesan cheese, it's the ultimate late-night or weeknight go-to. Simple ingredients, big flavor—this pasta is pasta perfection in under 15 minutes.

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Midnight Spaghetti (Garlic Chili Oil Pasta)
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Midnight Spaghetti (Garlic Chili Oil Pasta)

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Instructions

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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti until al dente, about 8–9 minutes. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water and drain.
2
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While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced garlic and sauté until golden but not burned, about 1–2 minutes.
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Add crushed red chili flakes and cook for 30 seconds more to infuse the oil.
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Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss with the garlic chili oil. If needed, loosen with a splash of reserved pasta water.
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Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
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Plate and top with extra Parmesan and chopped parsley, if using. Serve immediately.

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  • Garlic Infusion Technique 🧄
    Slice garlic thinly and let it gently toast in cold olive oil, bringing out its sweetness and preventing bitter burning.
  • Pasta Water Magic 💧
    Reserve 1/2 cup of starchy pasta water before draining to help create a silky, emulsified sauce that clings perfectly to the spaghetti.
  • Chili Oil Intensity Control 🌶️
    Toast crushed red chili flakes in olive oil for 30-45 seconds to release their essential oils and deepen their flavor without burning.
  • Al Dente Precision 🍝
    Cook spaghetti 1-2 minutes less than package instructions, as it will continue cooking when tossed with the hot garlic oil.
  • Fresh Herb Finishing Touch 🌿
    Chop fresh parsley just before adding to maintain its vibrant color and release maximum aromatic oils into the dish.

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