- Yields: about 1 cup
- Ingredient Notes: Vegetarian, Corn-free, Egg-free, Gluten-free, Peanut-free, Soy-free, Tree nut-free
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Hot cooked pasta
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil, sliced into ribbons
Directions
Whisk together olive oil, Parmesan, lemon juice and zest in a large serving bowl. Toss with hot pasta, adding a bit of pasta water to create a smooth and creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper; garnish with basil.
Ways to mix it up:
- Try different cheeses: grated cheddar; crumbled feta, chèvre or blue cheese; sliced mozzarella or fresh ricotta
- Toss in leftover cooked ham or vegetables, add a splash of cream or half-and-half
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