Lemon and Asparagus Linguine

Ingredients

• Parmesan cheese - 1/2 cup, grated
• Salt and pepper - To taste
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon zest - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Asparagus - 1 bunch, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• Linguine - 8 ounces

Instructions

1. Cook the linguine according to the package instructions. Add the asparagus for the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the cooked linguine and asparagus to the skillet. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
4. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until everything is well combined and heated through.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.
6. Serve immediately, with extra Parmesan cheese on top if desired.