Easy Basil Pasta with Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce

Easy Basil Pasta with Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce

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Make this bright, buttery basil pasta in just 30 minutes. Fresh lemon, garlic and basil create a simple yet elegant sauce that's perfect for weeknight…

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Ingredients

  • 12 ounces of pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or fettuccine work best)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
  • Salt
  • pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for extra richness)
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for added spice)

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