Annie's Weeknight Spaghetti with Garlic and Parsley - Fresh-Pressed Olive Oil

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled and finely chopped
• 1/2 cup loosely packed chopped parsley
• 1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
• 1 pound spaghetti
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
• 1/2 cup lightly toasted sourdough bread crumbs or chopped toasted hazelnuts (optional)