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Easy Lemon Butter Linguine

A delightful and creamy linguine dish flavored with lemon and butter, perfect for quick dinners or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 460
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 oz linguine pasta Can substitute with other pasta types like fettuccine or spaghetti.
Sauce
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • 1 tbsp zest of 1 lemon
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Halal-friendly options are available.
  • fresh parsley, chopped For garnishing.
  • Salt To taste.
  • Pepper To taste.

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
Preparing the Sauce
  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
  2. Pour in the lemon juice and mix well, letting it simmer for another minute.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
  1. Add the cooked linguine to the skillet along with the lemon zest. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly. If the pasta seems dry, gradually add reserved pasta water, a little at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
Finishing Touch
  1. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss to combine everything well.
  2. Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy your delicious Easy Lemon Butter Linguine immediately!

Notes

For an added crunch, you can elevate your dish with sautéed vegetables. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month. Reheat gently in a skillet with a splash of water or extra butter.