Starters Recipes - Linguini with Hot Chili Oil

Ingredients                        

• 350g/12 oz linguini

• 375 ml/13 fl oz/1 1/2 cups olive oil

• 6 garlic cloves, chopped

• 2 thin green chilies, seeded and chopped

• 1 red jalopeno pepper, seeded and chopped

• Freshly ground black pepper

• Grated Parmesan cheese

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Method:

1. Cook the linguini according to the packet directions. Drain and return to the pan.

2. Heat the oil in a frying pan (skillet). Add the garlic and the green and red chilies and fry (sauté) for 2 minutes.

3. Pour immediately over the pasta, add a good grinding of black pepper and toss well.

4. Serve straight away with the Parmesan cheese and lots of crusty bread.