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Ingredients
- Inspired by Emerilâs Spaghetti with Oil and Garlic
- 1 head of garlic, roasted
- sea salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste
- 1 lb. whole wheat spaghetti
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 t. sea salt
- Pinch red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
- Freshly shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano, optional
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