# 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 thoroughly and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
03 - In a mixing bowl, toss pasta with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, chili flakes if desired, sea salt, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast.
04 - Spread the seasoned pasta evenly in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, turning pasta halfway through baking, until golden and crisp.
06 - Allow pasta chips to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy as a snack or with your preferred dip.
