LEMON SPAGHETTI

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Spaghetti noodles tossed in a creamy sauce flavored with lemon juice, lemon zest, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and a little hit of crushed red pepper. The result is fresh, bright, and satisfying.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound spaghetti (usually half a box)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 large lemon (zested and juiced (approx. 1 tablespoon zest and 2 teaspoons juice))
1/3 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Small handful of parsley (chopped)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the spaghetti. Add salt to the water if desired.
  • Heat a large deep skillet over low heat and add the olive oil, garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for about five minutes, then add 3/4 cup of the water the pasta has been boiling in, along with the lemon juice and the heavy cream, to the skillet. Increase the heat to medium and bring to a boil, stirring frequently, until the sauce begins to thicken a bit. Add the lemon zest and half of the grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the sauce. Remove the skillet from the heat and, using tongs, toss the pasta with the sauce for a minute or two until the pasta begins to soak the sauce.
  • Top with the remaining cheese and parsley. Serve.

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