Lemon Parsley Pasta

STEP 1: In a large pot, begin boiling water for the pasta (refer to instructions on the box). While the water is heating, finely chop the parsley and garlic. Zest two lemons making sure not to get any of the white, flavorless pith (I just used the smallest grate on a cheese grater). Place the parsley, garlic and lemon zest in a bowl. This is your gremolata! STEP 2: Once the pasta water begins to boil, add the pasta and cook according to the directions on the box (approximately 10 minutes). While the pasta cooks, heat the 3 Tbsp of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the gremolata, salt and pepper. Stir while cooking just until the minced garlic has softened (approximately 3 minutes). STEP 3: Drain the pasta and add it back into the pot (do not return it to a hot burner). Add 1 Tbsp of butter to the pasta to keep it from drying out. Add the gremolata to the pasta and stir it in well. Using a fork, take a chunk of pasta and “wipe” any leftover gremolata out of the skillet and stir it in with the rest. STEP 4: Portion out the lemon parsley pasta and top with 1 Tbsp of parmesan per portion.