I sometimes forget that Simon's day job is commissioning and editing cookbooks. The man lives and breathes it.
So we find out what he's been working on (Spoiler: Adam Liaw's latest) - - and then deviate into a favourite that is both simple and quick, but necessitates good ingredients and a deft, confident hand. Or a drunk hand! Either will do!
Spaghetti Aglio, Olio & Pepperoncino
100g spaghetti per person (best quality)
6 tbs best olive oil
handful of red chillies or dried chilli flakes with good flavour
4-6 cloves of fresh garlic, finely sliced
optional: grated parmesan (Simon doesn't)
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