Fettuccine with Fresh Herbs

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   Bring a large covered pot of salted water to a boil.

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   Add the pasta and cook until al dente.

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   Meanwhile, prepare the garlic and herbs.

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   Warm the oil in a small pan on low heat.

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   Add the garlic and cook for about a minute until the garlic is golden; dont let it brown.

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   Add the herbs and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly.

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   Remove from the heat, ladle about 1/2 cup of the hot pasta-cooking water into the pan, and set aside.

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   When the pasta is done, drain it.

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   Place the drained pasta in a serving bowl, add the herb and oil mixture and the salt and pepper, and toss well.

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    Toss in some grated cheese if you like.

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    Serve right away.

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    If you have a garden filled with herbs, you may want to add some other fresh herbs such as thyme, sage, marjoram, mint, chervil, oregano, or summer savory.

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    Serve with one of the Crostini (page 136) as a first course, or with Fresh Tomato & Mozzarella Salad (page 213) on the side.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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