Ottolenghi Style: Tagliatelle With Walnuts

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 325F.

2. 2

   Spread out the walnuts on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 15 minutes.

3. 3

   Remove and set aside to cool.

4. 4

   Place a saute pan over high heat and add the butter.

5. 5

   Cook for 1 minute, add the sage and fry for about 2 minutes, until the butter starts to brown.

6. 6

   Add the lemon zest, cream, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and plenty of black pepper and stir and cook for just a few seconds to thicken the sauce a little.

7. 7

   Remove from the heat at once so the cream doesn't separate.

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   Set aside until ready to use.

9. 9

   Bring a large pan of salted water to a boil and add the pasta.

10. 10

    Cook for 8 minutes, or according to the package instructions, until al dente.

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    Drain, reserving a few tablespoons of the cooking liquid, and place in a large bowl.

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    Warm the sauce, adding some cooking liquid if it has become very thick, then add it to the pasta along with the walnuts, Parmesan and parsley.

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    Toss the mix, stir in the lemon juice and serve at once.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.