Spaghetti al Limone

By Demi

Ingredients

• 1 lb spaghetti
• 1 1/2 cups freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
• 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 2/3 cup olive oil
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tsp grated lemon zest
• 2 cups firmly packed basil leaves, slivered

Preparation

Step 1

Cook spaghetti until al dente. Drain and place in a large bowl.

Meanwhile, combine cheese and lemon juice in a small mixing bowl. Gradually beat in olive oil until mixture becomes thick and creamy and cheese melts into oil. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in lemon zest.

Pour sauce over cooked spaghetti in serving bowl; toss thoroughly. Add basil, toss again, and serve.