INGREDIENTS
2 whole garlic heads
½ teaspoon olive oil
1 pound spaghetti
½ cup reserved pasta water
1 stick (1/2 cup) butter
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2-3 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley, basil or combination of both
½ teaspoon salt plus additional to taste
¼ teaspoon black pepper plus additional to taste
1 tablepoon shaved Parmesan flakes for garnish, optional
Pinch of red pepper flakes, optional
INSTRUCTIONS