1/3 c. olive oil
3 to 4 cloves of garlic, minced
1/2 tsp. dried hot pepper
Pinch of salt
1 lb. spaghetti
1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
3 tbsp. chopped parsley

1. Heat the oil in a small frying pan and saute the garlic and hot pepper until the garlic begins to color.

2. Remove immediately from the heat, since the garlic will continue to brown slightly in the hot oil.

3. Add salt and keep warm, or reheat just before combining with the pasta.

4. Cook the pasta in 4 quarts of rapidly boiling salted water, until al dente, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon.

5. Drain well and place in a warm serving bowl. Immediately pour the garlic and pepper sauce over the pasta. Add the black pepper and parsley and mix well.