Ingredients
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- 8 oz linguine (or spaghetti)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup reserved pasta water
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- Optional: Chopped fresh parsley or basil (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in lemon zest and juice; let simmer for about a minute.
- Add drained pasta and reserved pasta water to the skillet. Toss until well-coated, then season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in grated parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Garnish with herbs if desired. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg