Lemon Pasta

One of our favorite weeknight dinners...Lemon Pasta! Not only is it quick and easy, but I made it from just ONE bag of groceries from @target!

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Lemon Pasta

5 minutes 15 minutes 4 servings

Ingredients

• Kosher salt
• 1 pound (455 g) spaghetti
• 4 tablespoons (115 g) unsalted butter
• 4 lemons, zested and 2 juiced
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) half-and-half or heavy cream
• 1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
• Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of aggressively salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the spaghetti and cook for 1 to 2 minutes less than the package instructions, until al dente. Drain and reserve ¾ cup (180 ml) of the pasta water.
2. While the pasta cooks, make the sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the lemon zest and juice. Add ½ cup (120 ml) of the pasta water and bring to a low simmer. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Add the pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Stir in the cream and the remaining ¼ cup (60 ml) pasta water if it is dry.
4. Remove from the heat and stir in the cheese. Serve with freshly ground black pepper and more Parmesan.