Lemon and Hot Pepper Linguine

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.

2. 2

   While the pasta is cooking, zest the lemon and set aside. Then, juice the lemon into a small bowl.

3. 3

   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add the hot pepper flakes to the skillet and stir for another 30 seconds.

5. 5

   Drain the cooked linguine, reserving a cup of the pasta water.

6. 6

   Add the drained linguine to the skillet with the garlic and hot pepper flakes. Toss to coat the pasta in the oil.

7. 7

   Add the lemon juice and zest to the pasta, and toss again. If the pasta seems dry, add a little of the reserved pasta water.

8. 8

   Crumble the feta cheese over the pasta and gently toss to combine.

9. 9

   Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

10. 10

    Serve immediately, garnished with additional lemon zest or hot pepper flakes if desired.