But last night was all about parsley and Parmesan. For my birthday two months ago my sister sent me a mysterious courier package with a note saying that her new philosopy was to only give "useful" presents. Inside was a kilo of proper Parmesan, a rare treat in this little corner of the world. I never thought we'd get through it in time but it's amazing how cavalier you get when you've got a lot of a luxury ingredient and a short time in which to use it. The Small Girl must be the only toddler in town to get Parmesan on toast for lunch.
Spring Spaghetti
This is fresh, zingy and can be made in the time it takes for the pasta to cook. (Well, in theory. It took me ages last night but that's because other affairs of state took me away from my rightful place at the kitchen counter.) Bon appetit!
For two very hungry people:
220g spaghetti
2-3 juicy lemons, zested and juiced
about 1/4 cup olive oil
a few tablespoons of capers
a few handfuls of grated Parmesan
a few handfuls of finely chopped parsley
salt and pepper
Cook the pasta according to packet directions until al dente. While it's cooking, mix all other ingredients in a large serving bowl. Taste for seasoning and to adjust lemon/oil proportions if necessary. Drain the pasta and toss it through the lemon/parsley mix, then pile into warmed bowls. Eat with gusto. Pin It
This looks and sounds absolutely fabulous, I will definitely be cooking this one!
ReplyDeleteSimplicity and scrumminess ..a very good combination! Only 12 days left ..oh goodness. How sad.. for me.
ReplyDeletealways up for an easy meal! We have parsley and lemons in our garden too so this sounds like a winner!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up! In looking through your blog further, you look like someone I could learn a lot from in this regard!
Simple is so often the best - this looks so delicious and with lashings of parmesan, how could it be otherwise.
ReplyDeleteI have to get through the last of our parsley....what a great idea!
ReplyDeleteThis definitely looks like an easy peasy Lucy. A taste sensation right up my alley. I love the simplicity of spaghetti with olive oil, tomatoes, basil and ground salt, so I can definitely see me loving this one. Thanks for sharing. :)
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