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I've been collecting recipes for 40 years now and have decided to post some of them (if this thread flies). All recipes have been tested in my humble kitchen area and are suitable for what is available in BKK (in terms of ingredients and kitchen tools). These recipes have come from a variety of sources, but all have been modified to suit my taste...so whose are they then? I'll give credit where it's due when I can.
TOMCAT'S LEMON PASTA (#1)
1 pound spaghetti (DiCecco is recommended)
2/3 cup olive oil (use extra-virgin, a variety is available...I use Bertolli, Colavita or Berio)
2/3 cup grated parmesan (do it yourself at home before the meal...grater needed)
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3 lemons)
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves (I've tried Italian sweet basil and local basil...both good)
1 (or more) tablespoon grated lemon zest
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Directions:
Whisk (you can use a fork, but results with a whisk are better) the oil, lemon juice and parmesan in a large bowl to blend. Let it sit while you cook the pasta (follow directions on the packet for al dente). Before draining the pasta, ladle out a cupful of the pasta water. Drain the pasta. In a large bowl, toss the pasta with the lemon sauce, adding the pasta water a 1/4 cup at a time as needed to moisten.
Season with salt and pepper. Add chopped basil and grated lemon zest...toss again. Serve immediately.
Delicious, tangy, and perfect for BKK weather.
Enjoy!
The original recipe is from the Food Network, but it has been modified.
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Definately a cold Australian Reisling-not a sweet Mosselle. I think a cold Aussie Chardonay would be good too!
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Great recipe Tomcat-I will try it!!
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What is your problem, Cyrille? No one said you had to try it.
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Why not just cook it and me and KK will come round to try this allegedly exquisite dish..
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Thanks maestro.
