1 - step 1 Put a pan of water on over a high heat to boil.

2 - Meanwhile, snip the chorizo into strips with scissors, and chop the parsley and peppers (check for stray seeds first).

3 - step 2 When the water is boiling briskly, add the spaghetti with a good measure of salt, stir and return to the boil.

4 - Cook for 3 minutes.

5 - step 3 In a large frying pan, heat the oil, add the chorizo and peppers and plenty of black pepper.