Budget-Friendly Meals That Taste Expensive – Strategy

Discover Budget-Friendly Meals That Taste Expensive. 1. "Creamy garlic lemon pasta. I cook some pasta, save some of the water, melt b. Learn proven strategie...

Ingredients

• 1 lb Spaghetti or Linguine
• 4 cloves Garlic, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 large Lemon, zested and juiced
• 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp Red pepper flakes
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente.
2. Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add sliced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing until garlic is golden and fragrant (do not burn).
3. Step 3: Before draining the pasta, reserve 1 cup of the starchy pasta water.
4. Step 4: Add the cooked pasta directly to the skillet with the garlic oil. Toss well.
5. Step 5: Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, and half of the reserved pasta water. Stir vigorously to create a creamy emulsion.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat. Stir in Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. If the sauce is too thick, add more pasta water until it reaches a silky consistency.
7. Step 7: Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately with an extra sprinkle of cheese.