Lemon-Pepper Fettuccine Recipe

Name: Lemon-Pepper Fettuccine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Kosher salt; 12 ounces fettuccine; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 large shallot, minced; 1 1/4 cups heavy cream; 1 large egg yolk; 1 to 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest; 1/3 cup grated pecorino cheese, plus more for garnish; Freshly ground pepper; Crusty bread, for serving (optional)

Servings: persons

Kosher salt
12 ounces fettuccine
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 large shallot, minced
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
1 large egg yolk
1 to 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
1/3 cup grated pecorino cheese, plus more for garnish
Freshly ground pepper
Crusty bread, for serving (optional)

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Add the fettuccine and cook as the label directs.
3
Drain, reserving about 1/2 cup cooking water.
4
Meanwhile, melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
5
Add the shallot and a pinch of salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden, about 3 minutes.
6
Whisk the cream, egg yolk and lemon zest in a bowl.
7
Reduce the heat to low and add the cream mixture and cheese to the skillet.
8
Cook, whisking, until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
9
Season with salt and 2 to 3 teaspoons pepper.
10
Add the pasta to the skillet and toss, adding enough of the reserved cooking water to loosen the sauce.
11
Divide among bowls and garnish with more pecorino.
12
Serve with crusty bread, if desired.
13
Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Kosher salt, 12 ounces fettuccine, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 1 large shallot, minced, and more.

Yes, Lemon-Pepper Fettuccine falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lemon-Pepper Fettuccine

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