LEMON SPAGHETTI

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This recipe came from Giada de Laurentis on the Food Network. I saw her make this and I was amazed at how simple it was! It's like being a gourmet cook yet fooling everyone--!!! Tastes so light and fresh, but yet so satisfying for those pasta cravings we sometimes get! Very Italian...Yum!

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Categories     Spaghetti

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb spaghetti
2/3 cup olive oil
2/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated (fresh is best)
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3 lemons, and try not to use the store-bought juice)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper, freshly ground if possible
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/3 cup fresh basil (chopped)

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling, salted water according to package directions (until al-dente') Stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk the olive oil, Parmesan cheese and lemon juice in a large bowl.
  • Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
  • Toss the pasta with the lemon sauce, and add the reserved cooking liquid and toss again. (Adding 1/4 cup at a time as needed to moisten.).
  • Season with the salt & pepper. Garnish with lemon zest and chopped basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 822.2, Fat 42.6, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 14.7, Sodium 844.5, Carbohydrate 88.4, Fiber 4, Sugar 4, Protein 21.6

Cristina Rivera
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This lemon spaghetti is a must-try! The flavors are perfectly balanced and the sauce is so creamy. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Dipu Hossain
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This lemon spaghetti is a great way to use up leftover lemon. The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the spaghetti is cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy pasta dish.


Chizoba Chukwukeluo
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I've made this lemon spaghetti several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the bright and tangy flavor of the sauce. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a simple and delic


Hilal Khan
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This lemon spaghetti is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love the combination of lemon and garlic. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy pasta dish.


Thompho Tshavhungwe
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I made this lemon spaghetti for a dinner party last night and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the spaghetti was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a speci


Clement Omoruyi
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This lemon spaghetti is a great weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love the creamy sauce and the bright flavor of the lemon. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a simple and


Shan Lashari
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The lemon spaghetti is surprisingly delicious. The sauce is light and flavorful, and the spaghetti is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


xo. sam
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This recipe is a keeper! The lemon spaghetti is so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I love the bright and tangy flavor of the sauce. I will definitely be making this again soon.


miracle Egbosimba
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5 stars! This lemon spaghetti is absolutely delicious. The flavors are perfectly balanced and the sauce is so creamy. I will definitely be making this again and again.


kamran saleem Kamran
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I made this lemon spaghetti last night and it was a hit with my family! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the spaghetti was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Hazel Hill
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This lemon spaghetti is a delightful dish! The combination of lemon, garlic, and Parmesan cheese creates a bright and flavorful sauce that perfectly coats the spaghetti. I also love the addition of red pepper flakes, which gives the dish a subtle kic


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