• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 bottle good red wine
• 1/2 lb linguine
• 1 tablespoon butter

1. DIRECTIONS
2. In medium saucepan over medium heat, sizzle minced garlic and red pepper flakes in olive oil. Add wine and bring to a boil. Add pasta and boil until pasta is al dente and wine is mostly reduced. Add butter and mix for a glossy finish.

Adapted from a recipe by Mark Bittman I often forget about this simple yet inventive dish until all the ingredients are sitting there staring me in the face.