Lemon, Basil & Mascarpone Pasta |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Ingredients:
1 lb dry pasta (linguine, fettucine or tagliatelle) |
5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice |
1 teaspoon grated lemon, zest of |
8 ounces mascarpone |
salt and black pepper, to taste |
1/2 cup torn fresh basil leaf |
Directions:
1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, until firm to the bite.
2. While the pasta is cooking, place the lemon juice, zest and mascarpone in a skillet over medium-low heat.
3. Warm gently, stirring constantly, until heated through, about 3 to 4 minutes.
4. Add salt and pepper to taste.
5. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
6. Add the pasta with the basil to the hot sauce.
7. Toss well to coat, adding reserved water as needed.
8. Serve immediately.
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