Ingredients
- 1/2 pack spaghetti (about 8 oz)
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2.5 cups boiling water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup fresh Parmesan or pecorino, grated
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Pepper and chili flakes, to taste
Instructions
- Add the spaghetti to a large pan with a lid.
- Add the lemon zest, olive oil, and salt, then top with the boiling water.
- Bring to a boil and simmer for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the lemon juice, butter, and cheese, and toss well. If it is not glossy, add a splash of water.
- Serve with pepper and chili flakes for the adults, and chop for the kids.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan or pecorino for the glossiest sauce. Reserve a splash of the starchy cooking water to loosen it if needed. Leave out the chili flakes to keep it kid-friendly.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 640kcalCarbohydrates: 80gProtein: 22gFat: 24g