Lemon Pasta

• servings: 4 servings
• active time: 10 minutes
• total time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

2 tbsp. olive oil

2 tbsp. unsalted butter

4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced

1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes

1 lb. uncooked spaghetti

2 tsp. kosher salt

1/2 c. grated parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

2 tbsp. fresh lemon zest

1/4 c. fresh lemon juice

1/4 c. chopped fresh basil, plus more for serving

Freshly ground black pepper, for serving

Directions

Heat a large pot over medium heat; add the oil and butter. Allow the butter to foam, then add the garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook until fragrant, 1 minute.

Add the pasta, 6 cups of water, and salt to the pot and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue simmering for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, until the pasta is al dente.

Remove from the heat and stir in the parmesan, lemon zest, lemon juice, and basil. Serve topped with more parmesan, basil, and black pepper.

Nutrition

• Calories: 615
• Total Fat: 19 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Trans Fat: 0 g
• Cholesterol: 28 mg
• Sodium: 393 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 84 g
• Dietary Fiber: 4 g
• Total Sugars: 4 g
• Protein: 22 g