# What You'll Need:
→ Pasta
01 - 7 oz short-cut pasta such as rigatoni, penne, or farfalle
→ Oil
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Seasonings
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
06 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
07 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
09 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional, use nutritional yeast for vegan option)
# Cooking Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Boil the pasta in salted water until just al dente. Drain thoroughly and pat dry using a kitchen towel.
03 - Combine cooked pasta with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, chili flakes, sea salt, ground black pepper, and Parmesan or nutritional yeast in a large mixing bowl. Toss until well-coated.
04 - Distribute seasoned pasta evenly on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
05 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, turning the pasta halfway through, until golden and crisp.
06 - Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy alone or accompanied by your preferred dip.
