Fettuccine Al Limone Mario Batali

Description

A spicy, lemony pasta. Adapted by sweet b at serious eats, from a recipe in mario batali's _molto mario_ as reprinted in _people_ magazine, in an article entitled "dinner for four under $10."

Ingredients

• Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Red Onion
• Red Pepper Flakes
• Jalapenos
• Lemons, Zest Of
• Lemons, Juice Of
• Butter
• Salt
• Fresh Ground Black Pepper
• Fettuccine Pasta
• Pecorino Romano Cheese

Instructions

1. Bring 6 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot and add 2 tablespoons of salt
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until almost smoking
3. Add the onion and the red pepper flakes and saut until soft and translucent, about 8 to 10 minutes
4. Add the jalapenos and saut for another minute
5. Add the lemon zest and juice, bring to a boil, and continue boiling for 1 minute
6. Remove from heat, stir in the unsalted butter and season to taste with salt and pepper
7. Set aside
8. Drop the pasta into the boiling water and cook until al dente
9. Drain
10. Toss the hot pasta into the skillet with the lemon mixture
11. Return the pan to medium heat and mix well, stirring gently
12. Add the pecorino romano and toss quickly
13. Transfer to a warmed serving platter and serve immediately