Lemon Basil Pasta

Ingredients

8 ounces linguine or other pasta
2 tablespoons butter or margarine melted
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons McCormick Basil Leaves
3/4 teaspoon McCormick Garlic Salt
1/4 teaspoon McCormick Ground Black Pepper
Lemon slices to garnish
Fresh basil leaves to garnish
Sauteed chicken cutlets to serve (optional)

Preparation

1
Cook pasta in unsalted water according to package directions. Drain pasta and return to pot.
2
Combine melted butter, lemon juice, basil, garlic salt, and pepper in small bowl. Add to cooked pasta and toss gently.
3
Spoon into serving dish and sprinkle with cheese. Garnish with lemon slices and fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately with sauteed chicken cutlets, if desired.
4
Variations: Add 2 cups cooked, cubed chicken or 1 pound cooked, peeled, and deveined large shrimp with seasonings and toss gently. Eliminate chicken cutlets.
5
This recipe yields 4 servings.

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Friday, December 10, 2010 - 1:02am

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