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Lemon pepper capellini

Recipe Information

Description:
Lemon pepper capellini is a delicious American recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 10 minutes of prep time and about 10 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 20 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 10 Minutes
Cook Time 10 Minutes
Total Time 20 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Capellini; Lemon
Category Pasta; Fruit
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish; Side Dish
Cuisine American; Italian; Fusion
Cook Method Boiling; Sautéing
Diet

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil

  • 3 tablespoons butter

  • 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped

  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

  • 2 lemons, zested and juiced

  • 1/2 pound capellini

  • 1/2 cup basil leaves, torn or shredded

Directions

  • Put a large pot of water on to boil for the capellini.

  • Meanwhile, zest and juice the lemons and chop the garlic.

  • In a large skillet combine the olive oil and butter over medium heat.

  • When heated, mix in the chopped garlic, black pepper, torn basil leaves, and zest from the lemons and stir.

  • At this time, the water should be boiling. Add the pasta to cook.

  • Remove the skillet mixture from the heat and allow to cool slightly. Slowly add in the lemon juice and one ladle of water from the pot with the pasta.

  • Place the skillet back on the heat, drain the pasta, and add it to the skillet. Toss to coat and serve.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 354 cal

  • Total fat: 15g

  • Saturated fat: 5g

  • Cholesterol: 14mg

  • Sodium: 92mg

  • Carbohydrate: 47g

  • Fiber: 3g

  • Sugar: 2g

  • Protein: 10g