# What You Need:
→ Pasta
01 - 7 oz spaghetti or linguine
02 - 1 teaspoon salt (for pasta water)
→ Sauce
03 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - Zest of 1 lemon
05 - Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
06 - 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
07 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 2 tablespoons reserved pasta water
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 - Salt to taste
→ Garnish
11 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
12 - Extra grated Parmesan cheese
# How to Make:
01 - Fill a large pot with water and add salt. Bring to a boil and cook spaghetti or linguine until al dente following package directions. Reserve 2 tablespoons of cooking water, then drain pasta.
02 - In a large skillet set over medium heat, melt unsalted butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until aromatic yet not browned.
03 - Stir in lemon zest and lemon juice, blending well into the butter and garlic mixture.
04 - Transfer drained pasta into the skillet with the sauce. Pour in reserved pasta water and toss thoroughly to coat noodles evenly.
05 - Sprinkle grated Parmesan and black pepper over the pasta. Toss until cheese melts and sauce achieves a glossy consistency. Adjust seasoning with salt as needed.
06 - Plate immediately, garnishing with chopped parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
