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Herby Garlic Butter Pasta Sauce

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A vibrant and herbaceous pasta sauce that combines fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon for a bright, flavorful dish.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 400 g long pasta (such as spaghetti or linguine)

Herbs

  • 2 cups fresh basil
  • 2 tbsp fresh chives
  • 1 cup fresh parsley
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon thyme
  • 2 tbsp fresh mint
  • 1 tbsp fresh oregano
  • 1 tbsp fresh sage

Other ingredients

  • 30 g butter
  • 2 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
  • 4 tbsp Pecorino (freshly grated)
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 lemon zest and juice of half a lemon

Salt and pepper

  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1/3 cup reserved pasta water

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente.
  • Blend herbs, lemon juice/zest, olive oil, pecorino, salt, and pepper until combined.
  • Heat butter and oil, sauté garlic for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add herb mixture, cook 1 minute, then stir in pasta water.
  • Toss cooked pasta in sauce, serve with extra pecorino.

Notes

Use fresh herbs for the best flavor and adjust seasoning to taste.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: garlic, Herbs, pasta