Lemon Basil Wild Pasta

Ingredients

• 180 g spaghetti or linguine
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
• A handful of basil leaves
• 25 g parmesan or pecorino, finely grated
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Sea salt

Method

1. Step 1. Boil the pasta in well-salted water until just al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
2. Step 2. Warm olive oil with grated garlic, lemon zest and a pinch of black pepper for 30 seconds over low heat.
3. Step 3. Add pasta, lemon juice and a splash of pasta water. Toss until the sauce turns glossy.
4. Step 4. Fold in cheese and torn basil. Adjust salt, pepper and lemon before serving.

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