Lemon Spaghetti

Directions

1. 1
   -Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally.
2. 2
   Do not drain yet.
3. 3
   -Whisk the oil, Parmesan, and lemon juice in a large bowl to blend.
4. 4
   -Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
5. 5
   -Toss the pasta with the lemon sauce, and the reserved cooking liquid, adding 1/4 cup at a time as needed to moisten.
6. 6
   -Add salt and pepper to taste.
7. 7
   -Add lemon zest and basil and toss.