Linguine with Lemon

By Birba25

Ingredients

• 1 stick (4oz) unsalted butter
• Grated zest of one lemon
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• Salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 pound linguine
• 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesian Cheese

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a skillet large enough to hold all of the pasta, melt butter over medium heat. Remove from heat and stir in lemon zest and juice, a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.

2. Bring pasta to boil with some water and 2 tbsp of salt. Cook over high heat. Drain pasta and reserve some water.

3. Add the pasta to the sauce and toss well. Add cheese and toss again. Stir in 2 tbsp of cooking water if pasta seems dry. Serve immediately.