Spaghetti Al Limone Recipe

Ingredients

1 lb spaghetti
1 1/2 cups freshly grated parmesan/Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
3/4 cup fresh lemon juice (3 to 4 lemons)
2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
2 tsp grated lemon zest
2 cups silvered firmly packed basil leaves

Preparation

Step 1

In a large pot, cook spaghetti in salted, boiling water until al dente. Place a colander over a large serving bowl, then drain spaghetti into
It (hot water will warm bowl). Pour water from bowl, wipe bowl dry, then empty spaghetti into it.
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.
Makes 6 servings.