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

Steps

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Garnish pasta with additional lemon zest, a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes and a generous amount of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.