Lemon Spaghetti

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This recipe came from giada de laurentis on the food network. I saw her make this and i was amazed at how simple it was! it's like being a gourmet cook yet fooling everyone--!!! tastes so light and fresh, but yet so satisfying for those pasta cravings we sometimes get! very italian...yum!

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Steps

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Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling , salted water according to package directions stirring occasionally , about 8 minutes.

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Meanwhile , whisk the olive oil , parmesan cheese and lemon juice in a large bowl.

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Drain the pasta , reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.

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Toss the pasta with the lemon sauce , and add the reserved cooking liquid and toss again.

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Season with the salt & pepper.

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Garnish with lemon zest and chopped basil.

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Ingredients

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spaghetti, olive oil, parmesan cheese, fresh lemon juice, salt, pepper, lemon zest, fresh basil