Ingredients

The following ingredients have 7 Servings
  • 16 ounces linguine ((or pasta of your choice))
  • 1 cup reserved pasta water, (see instructions)
  • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, (minced)
  • 2-3 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice, (plus more to taste if needed (approximately 1-2 lemons))
  • 1/2 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese, (plus more for serving (see notes))
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, (or to taste)
  • kosher salt to taste
  • optional: chopped fresh parsley

Instruction

  • Prepare the linguine according to package instructions, using well salted water. Before draining, reserve 1 cup of the pasta water and set aside.
  • While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil over medium low heat in a small pan. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from the heat.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the pasta, olive oil and garlic, lemon juice, parmesan cheese, black pepper, and 1/4 cup of the pasta water. Add additional pasta water as needed until the ingredients are easy to stir. Taste; add additional black pepper and salt, if needed. (Note: parmesan cheese is salty, so you might not need any).
  • Divide into portions and top each serving with extra parmesan cheese and, if using, chopped parsley.