Lemony Thyme-Pepper Fettuccine

VERY lemony, this is a perfect spring side dish - or make a light main dish with add-ins like asparagus, ham, salmon, tomatoes, artichoke hearts or black olives. When life gives you lemons ... make this fragrant, fresh-tasting fettuccine! Prep time includes soaking the lemon zest. Cook time is estimated on average fettuccine cooking times.

• Ready In: 55 mins
• Serves: 2-3

Ingredients

• 4  ounces  hot cooked fettuccine, drained
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons lemons, zest of, finely minced
• 2  tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 2  tablespoons lemon juice
• 1  tablespoon butter
• 1⁄2 teaspoon thyme
• 1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. "Soak"lemon zest in 1 tablespoon of the olive oil for at least 30 minutes.
2. Combine hot pasta with the lemon zest and 1 tablespoon"soaking" olive oil; add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon butter, and the thyme and pepper; toss to mix thoroughly.