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Lemon Butter Linguine

A delightful pasta dish featuring silky linguine enveloped in a luscious buttery lemon sauce, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 410
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 oz linguine pasta
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 medium lemons, zest and juice
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
Preparing the Lemon Butter Sauce
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest, allowing it to simmer for 1 minute.
Combining with Pasta
  1. Add the drained linguine to the skillet. Toss well to coat, and then gradually add some reserved pasta water until you reach your desired sauce consistency.
Finishing Touches
  1. Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serving
  1. Plate your lemon butter linguine, garnishing with chopped parsley. Enjoy this dish warm!

Notes

Substitutions: Use plant-based butter and dairy-free Parmesan for a dairy-free option. Timing is key; add the pasta to the sauce right after draining for optimal flavor absorption. Don't skip the garlic, and ensure you don't overcook the lemons.