# Components:
→ Pasta
01 - 7 oz 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 with nutritional yeast for vegan preparation)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Boil pasta in salted water until just al dente. Drain and pat dry thoroughly using a clean kitchen towel.
03 - Combine pasta with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, chili flakes, sea salt, black pepper, and Parmesan or nutritional yeast in a large mixing bowl until all pieces are evenly coated.
04 - Arrange seasoned pasta in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet to ensure even crisping.
05 - Bake for 18–22 minutes, tossing once halfway through, until pasta chips are golden brown and crisp.
06 - Allow chips to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy plain or matched with desired dip.
