Spaghetti With Garlic And Oil

3/4 lb. spaghetti or favorite pasta
5 tbs. olive oil
2 large cloves garlic, minced
1/8 tsp. dried red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tbs. chopped fresh parsley
1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. fresh ground black pepper

Prepare pasta until done cooking. Heat oil in moderate heat. Add garlic and pepper. Cook until garlic softens, about 1 minute. Drain pasta. Toss with oil mixture. Add parsley and salt and pepper.
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