Lemon Garlic Pasta with Fresh Herbs

Ingredients

• 8 oz spaghetti or linguine (dried pasta)
• 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
• 1 large lemon (zested and juiced)
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.25 cup fresh basil (chopped)
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
• 1 tsp salt (for pasta water)
• 0.25 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
• 0.125 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add 1 tsp salt and cook pasta according to package directions until al dente.

   Tip: Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water before draining

2. 2

   While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add sliced garlic and cook until fragrant and lightly golden, about 2-3 minutes.

   Tip: Don't let the garlic brown or it will become bitter

3. 3

   Add red pepper flakes if using and cook for 30 seconds. Remove from heat.

4. 4

   Drain pasta and immediately add to the skillet with garlic oil. Toss with lemon zest, lemon juice, and 0.25 cup pasta water.

   Tip: Add more pasta water if needed to create a silky sauce

5. 5

   Remove from heat and add fresh herbs, half the Parmesan, and black pepper. Toss gently to combine.

   Tip: The residual heat will warm the herbs and melt the cheese

6. 6

   Serve immediately in warmed bowls, topped with remaining Parmesan cheese.

   Tip: Serve with extra lemon wedges on the side

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