Witch Oil Pasta | Flirt Recipes

Ingredients

• For the Pasta Base:
• 1 pound (450g) spaghetti or linguine
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt (for pasta water)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for pasta water)
• For the Witch Oil:
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 8 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons activated charcoal powder (food grade)
• 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh sage leaves, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Pinch of sea salt
• For the Garnish and Finish:
• 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated (omit for vegan version)
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, torn
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon edible purple flower petals (optional)
• Fresh cracked black pepper
• Flaky sea salt
• For Equipment:
• Large pot for pasta
• Medium saucepan for infusing oil
• Fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth
• Tongs
• Large mixing bowl