Description
A simple and zesty pasta dish with a rich lemon butter sauce.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz linguine
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 lemons (juiced and zested)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add lemon juice and zest to the melted butter.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Drain the linguine and toss it in the lemon butter sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh lemons for the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of Parmesan to your taste.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
Keywords: lemon butter linguine, pasta, quick meal, Italian dish