LEMON-PEPPER CAPELLINI

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This is from Rachel Ray. This makes a great side dish to piccata and other breaded meat recipes. Also, throwing in some grilled chicken makes this a wonderful light meal!

Provided by RedVinoGirl

Categories     Toddler Friendly

Time 20m

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons light butter
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 teaspoon coarse black pepper
2 lemons, zested and juiced
salt
1/2 lb capellini
1/2 cup basil leaves (shredded or torn)
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Place water on to boil for pasta.
  • In a large skillet combine olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add garlic, pepper and the lemon zest.
  • Salt water when it boils then cook cappellini to al dente, 2 to 3 minutes. Add a ladle of cooking water to lemon pepper butter and stir in the lemon juice. Drain pasta and toss with lemon-pepper butter and salt, to taste. Add the basil to the pasta and serve a small bundle alongside your entree or serve as a delicate first course.

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