Ingredients
1 pound dried fettuccine
Coarse salt
3 ounces Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated (1 cup), plus more for garnish
2 tablespoons julienned lemon zest
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup torn fresh mint leaves
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Crushed red-pepper flakes, optional
Preparation
Cook pasta in salted water according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup cooking liquid.
Transfer pasta to a large bowl, and mix in reserved cooking liquid, cheese, lemon zest and juice, mint, oil, and red-pepper flakes, if desired. Divide among dishes, garnish with cheese, and serve immediately.
