Lemon and Pea Linguini

Ingredients

Linguini

12 ounces

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Garlic

3 cloves, minced

Fresh peas

1 cup (or frozen peas, thawed)

Lemon

1, zested and juiced

Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup, grated

Fresh basil

1/4 cup, chopped

Salt

to taste

Black pepper

to taste

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguini and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the linguini and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute, being careful not to burn it.
3. Stir in the peas and cook for 2-3 minutes, until they are tender and heated through.
4. Add the cooked linguini to the skillet and toss gently to combine with the peas and garlic.
5. Incorporate the lemon zest, lemon juice, and grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If the mixture seems dry, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to achieve your desired consistency.
6. Add chopped basil to the skillet and toss everything together until well combined and heated through, about 2-3 more minutes.
7. Serve the Lemon and Pea Linguini hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves if desired.