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Capellini with Garlic, Lemon and Parmesan

A simple and delicious recipe of Capellini pasta with Garlic Lemon and Parmesan is the perfect weeknight dinner that can be made in less than 30 minutes.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
17 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 368 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • ½ pound capellini
  • 3 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons minced shallots
  • 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • salt and pepper to taste
garnish
  • lemon zest
  • red pepper flakes
  • grated parmesan

Instructions

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  1. Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil.
  2. Add a handful of salt followed by the pasta and boil for 5 to 6 minutes or until the pasta is cooked through.
  3. Drain and set aside, Reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
  4. Place a large skillet over medium heat and add butter. Once butter has melted add shallots and garlic and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes. Add pasta and pasta water and season with salt and pepper and toss together for 1 minute. Lower heat to medium. Add lemon zest and juice and continue to sauté for 2 minute. Finish pasta with additional lemon zest, a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes and a generous amount of freshly grated Parmesan. Toss together and serve.

Notes

  • Tips: 
  • Is Capellini the same as angel hair or thin spaghetti? While similar, angel hair is actually thinner than capellini. Capellini is also thinner than thin spaghetti. Either would make a fine substitute. 
  • Seasoning the pasta water with salt is very important. As the pasta absorbs the water, when boiling, it will flavor the pasta internally. You'll also need less salt in the overall dish.
  • Adding some of the starchy pasta water to the skillet will help to thicken the butter 'non-sauce' and nicely coat the pasta in the overall dish.
  • Using butter in this recipe instead of oil adds a subtly nutty flavor to the dish without having to worry about low smoke point since the heat doesn't go above medium and the overall skillet cook time is relatively short.

Nutrition Information

Calories 368kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 46g (15%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 15mg (5%) Sodium 6mg (0%) Potassium 189mg (5%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 175IU (4%) Vitamin C 15mg (17%) Calcium 23mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 368

% Daily Value*

Calories 368kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 46g 15%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 6mg 0%
Potassium 189mg 4%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 175IU 4%
Vitamin C 15mg 17%
Calcium 23mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.