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Spaghettini with Lemon Zest and Chives

Spaghettini with Lemon Zest and Chives

Remember to zest only the outer layer of the lemon skin: The white pith has an unpleasant bitter flavor.

Everyday Food, March/April 2003 http://www.marthastewart.com/338314/spaghettini-with-lemon-zest-and-chives
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  • Prep Time 10 minutes
  • Total Time 20 minutes
  • Yield Serves 4

Ingredients

    • 1 pound spaghettini, or thin spaghetti
    • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
    • 1 stick butter, cut into small pieces
    • 1 cup ricotta salata cheese, or Parmesan, coarsely grated
    • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, or scallion greens, thinly chopped
    • Salt and pepper

Directions

  1. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook 1 pound of spaghettini, or thin spaghetti, until al dente according to package instructions.
  2. Grate the zest of 1 lemon into a large pasta bowl. Juice the lemon, and add juice to the bowl. Stir in 1 stick butter, cut into small pieces, and 1 cup coarsely grated ricotta salata cheese or Parmesan.
  3. Add drained pasta to lemon sauce, and sprinkle in 2 tablespoons thinly chopped fresh chives or scallion greens. Season with salt and pepper. Toss well, and serve.

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