Lemon Pasta

recipe

• Step 1
  Cook the pasta in a pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions.
• Step 2
  Zest the lemons into a bowl and set aside.
• Step 3
  Juice the lemons and set aside.
• Step 4
  Drain the pasta 1 to 2 minutes before it's done, reserving a ladleful of the pasta cooking water.
• Step 5
  In a pan over low heat, melt the butter. Add the lemon juice and stir with a spatula for 2 minutes.
• Step 6
  Add half of the lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper. The sauce should thicken slightly.
• Step 7
  Transfer the cooked pasta to the pan and add a bit of the cooking water. Turn the heat to medium.
• Step 8
  Add the grated parmesan and cook for a few minutes until the sauce has thickened and is creamy.
• Step 9
  Simmer for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Season with salt and pepper.
• Step 10
  Serve the pasta sprinkled with grated parmesan and the remaining lemon zest — it's ready!