FITD Food: Pasta Al Limone

I made this simple pasta recipe a few weeks back, and it turned out so well that I absolutely had to share it.

If you have a weakness for lemon like me, then this dish is perfect. It's a simple, light meal that you can make during the week for a quick dinner.

Pair with a crisp white wine, French bread, and a green salad, and you have a lovely meal to share with guests.

(Note: Although this recipe does not call for protein, I opted to add chicken breasts.)

For the Chicken

1. Pre-heat oven to 350.
2. Wipe down pan with EVO.
3. Wipe down chicken breasts with EVO.
4. Add lemon juice
5. Top with a bit of lemon zest.
6. Add sea salt/ground pepper.
7. Cook until done: 30 minutes.

Modifications

I used a gourmet sea salt purchased at a spice store and doubled the amount of lemon suggested in the initial recipe. Don't be shy about tossing in EVO to the pasta while cooking and adding fresh ground pepper and dried basil for more zip.

I also used a lighter whipping cream, but truthfully, with the flavor of the lemon and the olive oil, you could even omit the cream altogether.

Suggested Wine Pairings

• Geyser Peak Sauvignon Blanc ($)
• Cakebread Sauvignon Blanc ($$)
• Mount Eden Vineyards Estate Chardonnay ($$) 

(image courtesy of Framed In The Doorway)

Enjoy!!

FITD love,

B