Buttered Parmesan Noodles by Whatsgabycookin

Ingredients

• 450g (1 lb) pasta, any shape
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.75 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 0.5 tsp salt (adjust to taste)

Instructions

1. Boil pasta in a large pot of heavily salted water according to package instructions until al dente.
2. Reserve 0.5 cup of pasta water before draining the noodles.
3. Melt butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. Add the finely chopped shallot and garlic, cooking for 2-3 minutes until soft and fragrant.
5. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.
6. Add the cooked pasta directly into the skillet.
7. Toss the pasta with the parmesan cheese and splashes of the reserved pasta water until the sauce is glossy and smooth.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or cheese before serving.