⏳ Yield & Time

Yield: 2 servings

Preparation Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

🍽 Ingredients

• 1 cup Linguine pasta
• 2 cups Arugula
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• to taste Salt
• to taste Freshly ground black pepper

📖 Instructions

1. First, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. This is crucial for perfectly cooked pasta; the salt seasons the pasta from the inside out!
2. Add your pasta (I like to use a good quality linguine) and cook according to package directions, until al dente. Remember, 'al dente' means 'to the tooth', slightly firm to the bite. Not mushy!
3. While the pasta is cooking, prepare the sauce. In a large bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese (the real stuff, people!), 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and a squeeze of lemon juice. This simple sauce is the star of the show!
4. Once the pasta is cooked, drain it immediately. Don't rinse it! That pasta water contains precious starch which helps the sauce cling beautifully to the pasta.
5. Add the drained pasta to the bowl with the Parmesan sauce. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly. You want every strand to have a luxurious coating of cheesy goodness!
6. Now comes the fun part: adding the arugula! Wash and dry your arugula really well. Add it to the pasta and gently toss again. The heat from the pasta will slightly wilt the arugula, releasing its vibrant flavors.
7. Serve immediately! Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese, fresh cracked pepper, and a final drizzle of olive oil. This dish is all about fresh, simple ingredients letting their flavors shine!

📝 Notes

• For a richer flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan. Don't be shy with the arugula! The more, the merrier.
• Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Everyone's pallette is a little different, so make it your own!
• Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat if you like things spicy!