Lemon And Leek Pasta Recipe Video
Ingredients
| Whole wheat spaghetti | 1⁄2 Pound | |
| Leeks | 4 , cut into 0.5 | |
| Grated parmesan cheese | 1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs) | |
| Vegetable broth | 1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs) | |
| Fresh lemon juice | 1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs) | |
| Lemon zest | 1 Teaspoon | |
| Reserved pasta water | 1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs) | |
| Sliced basil | 1⁄3 Cup (5.33 tbs) | |
| Extra virgin olive oil | 1 1⁄2 Tablespoon | |
| Salt | To Taste | |
| Pepper | To Taste |
Directions
Cook pasta according to package being sure to reserve ½ cup of the pasta water.
1. Heat large sauté pan over medium heat. Add leeks and a pinch of salt. Allow leeks to cook for 4-5 minutes or until they are nice and tender. You don’t want the leeks to brown, so if they look like they are browning be sure to lower your heat.
2. Once leeks are ready stir in veggie broth and lemon juice. Bring leek mixture to a simmer before adding in your pasta.
3. Stir in pasta water, lemon juice, cheese and basil. Combine everything together. Adjust seasonings and enjoy!!
1. Heat large sauté pan over medium heat. Add leeks and a pinch of salt. Allow leeks to cook for 4-5 minutes or until they are nice and tender. You don’t want the leeks to brown, so if they look like they are browning be sure to lower your heat.
2. Once leeks are ready stir in veggie broth and lemon juice. Bring leek mixture to a simmer before adding in your pasta.
3. Stir in pasta water, lemon juice, cheese and basil. Combine everything together. Adjust seasonings and enjoy!!
Editors Review
Lemon and leek pasta is a nice variation for your appetite. You don't need a bunch of ingredients for cooking this, so it is much easier to prepare. When you have the basic ingredients ready, it takes a maximum of 15 minutes to get this dish ready-to-serve on the table. Go for a change in tonight's dinner menu by cooking this easy pasta preparation.Comments
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DH says :
Very good and simple recipe. It's a nice alternative to the calorie-laden creamy leek pasta recipes.
Posted on: 9 June 2010 - 8:10pm
DH says :
Very good and simple recipe. It's a nice alternative to the calorie-laden creamy leek pasta recipes.
Posted on: 9 June 2010 - 8:09pm
Karenelam says :
I was definitely in the mood for a zesty pasta!
Posted on: 10 June 2009 - 9:47pm
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