Spaghetti with Garlic, Oil and Chili Pepper

Method

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti al dente according to package instructions.
2. Meanwhile, in a large pan, heat extra virgin olive oil. Add garlic (with the central shoot removed) and gently heat until fragrant, do not burn.
3. Add a splash of pasta water to stop the garlic from cooking further.
4. After about 1.5 minutes, add the drained pasta directly to the pan with the oil and garlic. Toss well.
5. Add chili pepper (homemade chili oil or chili sott'olio) to taste.
6. Prepare parsley oil: in a blender, combine fresh parsley leaves and stems, extra virgin olive oil, and a little cold water. Blend until smooth and emulsified.
7. Drizzle the parsley oil over the pasta.
8. Remove pan from heat and add grated pecorino cheese (optional). Toss well.
9. Serve immediately.