Keep the pasta water close and let lemon do the talking.
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Measure reserved pasta water and final texture.
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The simplest lemon pasta
- Preparation
- 10 minutes
- Cooking
- 12 minutes
- Yield
- 2 servings
- Notes
- Untested demonstration
2 servings
Ingredients
Method
- Cook the pasta according to its packet instructions. Before draining, reserve a small cup of cooking water.
- Mix the olive oil, lemon zest and a splash of cooking water in the warm empty pan, away from the heat. Add the pasta and cheese.
- Toss gently, adding a little more cooking water if needed. Finish with parsley and lemon juice to taste.
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