# Components:
→ Pasta
01 - 7 ounces short 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, or substitute nutritional yeast for vegan preparation)
# Method:
01 - Set oven to 400°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Boil pasta in salted water until al dente, then drain thoroughly and pat dry using a clean kitchen towel.
03 - Combine cooked pasta in a large mixing bowl with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, chili flakes (as desired), sea salt, black pepper, and either Parmesan or nutritional yeast.
04 - Arrange pasta evenly on the parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring a single layer.
05 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until pasta becomes golden and crisp.
06 - Allow pasta chips to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy plain or paired with dips of choice.
