Capellini with Garlic, Lemon and Parmesan Cheese
Recipes Main Dish Pasta Quick and Easy Side-dish Vegetarian
Description
Serve this vegetarian pasta on meatless Monday as a main dish or for any dinner's side dish. It's great for those nights when time is limited but you still want a yummy, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
1/2 lb. capellini
handful of salt
3 T. extra virgin olive oil
2 T. unsalted butter
2 T. minced shallots
3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 lemon, zested and juiced plus more for garnish
salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish: lemon zest, red pepper flakes, grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
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Fill a large pot with water; bring to a boil. Add a handful of salt followed by the pasta; boil for 5 - 6 minutes or until the pasta is cooked through; drain; set aside.
Place a large skillet over medium-high heat; add oil and butter. Once butter has melted, add shallots and garlic; sauté for 2 - 3 minutes; add pasta; season with salt and pepper; toss together; lower heat to medium. Add lemon zest and lemon juice; sauté for 1 minute.
Garnish pasta with additional lemon zest, a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes and a generous amount of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
4 servings.