One-Pan Lemon and Basil Pasta

Name: One-Pan Lemon and Basil Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 oz spaghetti; 3 tbsp olive oil; 4 cloves, minced garlic; 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes; 1, zested and juiced lemon; 1/2 cup, fresh, chopped basil; 1/2 cup, grated Parmesan cheese; to taste salt; to taste pepper; 1/4 cup, reserved pasta water

A bright, herbaceous pasta cooked entirely in one skillet with zesty lemon and fresh basil.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: One Pot

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

12 oz spaghetti
3 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves, minced garlic
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1, zested and juiced lemon
1/2 cup, fresh, chopped basil
1/2 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
to taste salt
to taste pepper
1/4 cup, reserved pasta water

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/4 cup pasta water.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant — do not let garlic brown.
Step 3: Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet along with 1/2 cup fresh basil, 1 lemon zest, 1/2 cup lemon juice, and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water. Toss for 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats pasta.
Step 4: Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.