Linguine with Garlic, Herbs and Lemon

• extra virgin olive oil↗2 tablespoons
• garlic↗3 cloves

  minced

• lemon↗1⁄2 teaspoon

  zest of, grated

• linguine↗1 lb
• fresh herbs2 cups

  chop 1 and a half cups and leave about half a cup of the herbs whole or torn into larger pieces

• lemon juice↗1⁄4 cup
• salt↗

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Bring 4 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, warm oil and garlic in a skillet over medium heat.

3. 3

   Cook until the garlic is fragrant, being careful not to brown or burn.

4. 4

   Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the lemon zest and salt to taste.

5. 5

   The water should be close to boiling.

6. 6

   At this point, add salt and the linguine.

7. 7

   Cook until pasta is al dente (follow the directions on the package since cooking times vary product to product).

8. 8

   Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water in a small bowl.

9. 9

   When pasta is cooked, drain and toss with garlic mixture, herbs and lemon juice.

10. 10

    Add the reserved pasta water as needed to keep the pasta moist and a little saucy.

11. 11

    Serve immediately.