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Fresh Herb Pasta with Garlic Lemon Sauce
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Instructions
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*Prepare pasta according to pasta maker instructions
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
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Heat oil in a large sauce pan over medium heat.
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Add the garlic and sauce for 2 minutes.
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Add the lemon juice, zest if desired, salt and fresh herbs and stir to combine.
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Set the sauce aside and boil the pasta for 2-3 minutes or until noodles and cooked through.
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Add noodles to the sauce over medium heat for 1 minute and serve.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Master the Pasta Dough Hydration 💧Use room temperature eggs and add flour gradually while mixing—the dough should be silky and slightly tacky, not dry or sticky, for optimal texture and elasticity.
- Infuse Oil with Garlic Perfectly 🧄Slice garlic thinly and gently warm it in olive oil over low heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant but not browned—burnt garlic becomes bitter and ruins the delicate sauce.
- Reserve Starchy Pasta Water 🍝Save 1 cup of pasta cooking water before draining; use it to emulsify the lemon-garlic sauce, creating a silky coating that clings beautifully to the fresh herb noodles.
- Brighten Flavor with Zest and Juice 🍋Add lemon zest at the end for aromatic complexity and fresh juice during cooking for acidity—this layering technique creates depth without overpowering the delicate herbs.
- Chop Herbs Moments Before Service 🌿Cut basil and parsley just before tossing with pasta to prevent oxidation and browning, preserving their vibrant color, fresh aroma, and delicate flavor profile.
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About the Cook
Hi, I’m Catherine McCord. As a chef, TV host, cookbook author, entrepreneur, and mom of three, my goal at Weelicious is to be a resource dedicated to providing simple, nutritious, and delicious recipes for the whole family.
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Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low Sugar
Low Carb
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