# 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 nutritional yeast for vegan preparation)
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until just al dente. Drain using a colander and pat pasta dry with a clean kitchen towel.
03 - Transfer pasta to a mixing bowl. Add olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, chili flakes (if using), sea salt, ground black pepper, and Parmesan or nutritional yeast. Toss thoroughly to evenly coat pasta.
04 - Arrange seasoned pasta in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, tossing halfway through, until pasta turns golden and crisp.
06 - Allow chips to cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature, plain or with desired dips.
