Lemon Herb Pasta

If your kiddos are anything like mine, they love pasta! This is a quick, easy recipe that has minimal ingredients but lots of flavor. You can use any herbs that suit your fancy, and can also adjust the ingredients to your taste. I serve it alongside a green salad, and it makes a great weeknight meal that costs less than $1 per serving!

1 lb of your favorite pasta (my girls chose campanelle this time, "flower pasta")
olive oil
2-3 cloves garlic, minced
3-4 Tbs butter
Fresh or dried herbs, your favorite combo (I chose rosemary, thyme, and a bit of ground oregano)
Juice from two-three fresh lemons
Grated parmesan cheese

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add in pasta. Cook according to package directions (or not, if that's your style!).

Meanwhile, add a generous amount of olive oil , the butter, and your minced garlic to a large skillet over medium heat.

When the butter has melted and you can smell the garlic in your living room, add in your herbs.

At this point you may need to take a quick break to check on your toddler. He may have hidden his pants, and then proceeded to use a marker to decorate your television, and himself.

Once the herbs have been well incorporated, stir in your lemon juice and allow the mixture to simmer for a few minutes.

By this time your pasta should be al dente. Drain the pasta and add it directly into the pan of sauce.

Toss the pasta well until it is generously coated. Finally, add in a large handful (or three) of freshly grated parmesan cheese...

Divide the final product into individual bowls and give it another dusting of cheese. Just for fun.

Nom.