Description
8 oz pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or your choice)
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 cup mascarpone cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup fresh basil, chopped
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
½ cup pasta water (reserved)
Directions:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in mascarpone cheese, Parmesan, salt, and black pepper. Add a splash of pasta water to create a smooth, creamy sauce.
Toss in the cooked pasta, fresh basil, lemon zest, and lemon juice, stirring to coat. Add more pasta water if needed to reach the desired consistency.
Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh basil.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Kcal: 430 kcal per serving
Servings: 4
