Traditional Lemon pasta
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Traditional Lemon pasta
30 minutes total
This delicious lemon pasta dish is a perfect combination of zesty lemon and creamy pasta. It's a simple and easy recipe that can be made in just a few minutes. The bright and tangy flavor of the lemon is balanced out by the creamy texture of the pasta, making it a great meal for any occasion. The addition of fresh herbs and Parmesan cheese adds an extra layer of flavor that will have your taste buds singing. So, if you're looking for a quick and easy meal that's sure to please, give this lemon pasta a try!
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Ingredients
Serves 4
| 320g (11,3 oz) | Barilla® Spaghetti No. 5 |
| 60 ml | Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) |
| ½ | Garlic clove, minced |
| 60 g | Parmigiano cheese, freshly grated |
| 150 ml | Lemon juice (2 lemons) |
| 15 g | Lemon zest |
| 5 g | Fresh basil, chopped |
| 3 g | Salt |
| to taste | Pepper |
Disclaimer
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Method
Step 1
Here are the 7 easy steps of the perfect pasta al limone recipe:
Step 2
In a large bowl, whisk together half of the olive oil, cheese, lemon juice, salt and pepper
- extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
- cheese
- lemon juice
- salt
- pepper
Step 3
Sauté the garlic with the remaining olive oil, cool down and add to the cheese lemon mixture, then set aside.
- Garlic
- extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
- cheese
- lemon mixture
Step 4
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil, add salt and cook pasta according to package directions.
- salt
- pasta
Step 5
Drain pasta reserving one cup of cooking water.
Step 6
Add pasta to the lemon sauce, and toss with the basil and lemon zest.
- lemon sauce
- basil
- lemon zest
Step 7
Add ¼ of the reserved pasta cooking water at a time and toss the pasta to moisten.
Step 8
Season with more salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to bowls and serve.
Passive cooking
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Tip
This lemon pasta dish is a great way to enjoy a light and flavorful meal. The combination of the lemon, garlic, and herbs creates a delicious flavor that is sure to please. The addition of the Parmesan cheese adds a nice touch of richness to the dish. This dish is easy to make and can be enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish. With its bright and zesty flavor, this lemon pasta dish is sure to be a hit with family and friends.