Spaghetti with Lemon and Basil (Spaghetti al Limone e Basilico)

Name: Spaghetti with Lemon and Basil (Spaghetti al Limone e Basilico)
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 1/2 cup, extra-virgin olive oil; 1/3 cup, juice from 2 lemons; 2 teaspoons, grated zest from 1 lemon; 1 , small garlic clove, minced to a paste (see illustrations below); , Salt; 2 ounces, Parmesan cheese, grated (about 1 cup); , Ground black pepper; 1 pound, spaghetti; 2 tablespoons, unsalted butter, softened; 1/4 cup, fresh basil leaves, cut in thin strips

Main Courses
Europe
Italian
Pasta, Grains, Rice & Beans
Pasta

Spaghetti al limone is an exercise is Italian minimalist cooking. When made right, just a handful of ingredients becomes a dish that sings with flavor.

SERVES 4 to 6

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