Creamy Lemon Parmesan Pasta

• 1 pound Spaghetti Noodles
• 2 whole Large Lemons, Zest And Juice
• 2 cloves Garlic, Minced
• 2 whole Egg Yolks
• 1 cup Parmesan Cheese, Finely Grated
• Salt And Pepper
• Chopped Fresh Basil (optional)

1. Bring a large pot of water to boil and add salt (about 1 tablespoon) to season it.
2. When water is boiling add the pasta and cook according to package directions for al dente (about 8 minutes).
3. While the pasta is cooking, whisk together the lemon zest, minced garlic, and the egg yolks in a small bowl.
4. When its done drain pasta and reserve about 1/2 cup of the water.
5. Quickly whisk together the egg yolk mixture and the pasta water, and add the lemon juice.
6. Add the pasta back into the hot pot, reduce the heat to medium, and add the egg yolk mixture.
7. Stir constantly until a thick sauce forms.
8. Remove from the heat and add the Parmesan cheese and stir until completely melted.
9. Serve hot with chopped basil and black pepper if desired.

noodles, lemons, garlic, egg yolks, parmesan cheese, salt, fresh basil

Taken from tastykitchen.com/recipes/main-courses/creamy-lemon-parmesan-pasta/ (may not work)