Easy 5 Ingredient Meal: Lemon Garlic Pasta — Italian Recipe

Ingredients

• 8 oz spaghetti
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 lemon, juiced and zested
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
3. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic oil.
4. Stir in the lemon juice and zest, mixing well. If the pasta seems dry, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of black pepper if desired.