Linguine With Fresh Herbs

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

2. 2

   Combine olive oil and garlic in a small saucepan, and turn the heat to medium-low.

3. 3

   Cook gently, just until the garlic begins to color, then remove from the heat.

4. 4

   Meanwhile, wash and mince the herbs.

5. 5

   Place them in a bowl large enough to hold the pasta.

6. 6

   Cut the butter into bits, if you're using it, and add it to the bowl.

7. 7

   Salt water, and cook pasta until tender but not mushy.

8. 8

   Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain pasta and toss with herbs and reserved olive oil-garlic mixture.

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   Add a little more olive oil or some of the pasta water if the mixture seems dry.

10. 10

    Season with salt and pepper, and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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