Lemon Spaghetti

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl, whisk together oil, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
2. 2
   Set aside.
3. 3
   (If you choose to prepare the sauce in advance, see my note above.
4. 4
   ).
5. 5
   Boil enough water in a large pot and add salt.
6. 6
   Add the spaghetti and cook for 7 - 8 minutes or until pasta is tender, but still firm to the bite.
7. 7
   Drain spaghetti, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
8. 8
   Add spaghetti to the lemon sauce and toss lightly, making sure the spaghetti is coated well with the sauce.
9. 9
   Add the basil and lemon zest and toss again.
10. 10
    Toss pasta with with enough reserved cooking liquid (1/4 cup at a time) to moisten it.
11. 11
    Season with more salt and pepper to taste.