Garlic Pasta

6 garlic cloves, minced

1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

6 tbsp olive oil

Salt and Pepper to taste

1 lb penne pasta (or butterfly)

1/2 cup chopped fresh basil, or 1 tbsp. dried

4 tbsp of lemon juice

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Bring 4 quarts water to a boil in a large pot. Meanwhile, combine garlic, pepper flakes and oil in a small microwave-safe bowl and microwave until garlic is golden and fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add 1 tbsp salt and the pasta to boiling water and cook until tender but still slightly firm. Reserve 1/4 cup cooking water. Drain pasta and return to the pot. Stir in basil, lemon juice, Parmesan and remaining garlic mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed. Season with salt and pepper. Serve w/steamed broccoli.