Lemon Tossed Linguine

Prep Time: 10 Minutes

Cook Time: 10 Minutes

Ready In: 20 Minutes

Servings: 3

Another great dish from my low fat cookbook.

Ingredients:

8 ounces uncooked linguine

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

2 teaspoons reduced fat margarine

2 tablespoons minced chives

1/3 cup skim milk

1 teaspoon cornstarch

1 tablespoon minced fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dried dill weed

1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes

2 teaspoons grated lemon peel

1/4 teaspoon white pepper

3 tablespoons grated romano cheese or 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese

lemon slice (optional)

dill sprigs (optional)

Directions:

1. Cook linguine according to package, omit the salt.
2. Drain well.
3. Place in medium bowl; sprinkle lemon juice over.
4. Meanwhile, melt the margarine in small pan over medium heat.
5. Add chives; cook till chives are soft.
6. Combine milk and cornstarch in small bowl; stir into saucepan.
7. Cook and stir till thick.
8. Stir in dill, parsley, lemon peel and pepper.
9. Pour milk mixture over noodles.
10. Sprinkle with cheese; toss to coat evenly.
11. Garnish with lemon and dill if desired.
12. Serve immediately.

By RecipeOfHealth.com