Introduction:

Hey y'all! Today I'm gonna be sharin' with ya one of my all-time favorite pasta recipes. It's a spicy lemon cheesy macaroni that's not only delicious but also healthy! This recipe is packed with bold flavors and is the perfect balance of spicy, tangy, and cheesy. And the best part is that it's easy to make and can be ready in no time. Trust me, this recipe is a real crowd-pleaser and is sure to become a staple in yer household. So, let's get cookin'!

Ingredients:

Here's what ya need to gather up before ya get started:

• 1 tsp dried chili flakes

• 1 1/2 tsps Salt

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1/4 tsp nutmeg

• 1 tsp dried parsley

• 2 tbsps fresh minced garlic

• 3 tbsps of unsalted butter

• 2-3 cups of macaroni noodles

• 4-6 cups of water

• 2 tbsps Olive oil

• 1 cup grated parmesan cheese

• zest of 1 lemon

• juice of half a lemon

Cooking Instructions:

1. Start by heatin' up yer skillet on high heat. Once it's hot, add yer butter, oil, garlic, and all yer seasonings. Let the butter brown and the garlic become fragrant. This is gonna give yer pasta a real nice depth of flavor.

2. Next, add yer water and pasta noodles. Make sure the water covers the noodles and stir everything together.

3. Bring everything to a boil and cook on high heat until the noodles are done and no pasta water is left. This should take about 10-12 minutes.

4. Once yer noodles are cooked, turn down the heat to medium-low and add in yer remaining ingredients. Stir everything together and make sure the cheese is melted and the lemon zest and juice are well combined.

5. And that's it! Yer spicy lemon cheesy macaroni pasta is ready to be served.

Healthy Aspects:

This recipe is not only delicious but also healthy. The use of olive oil instead of cream makes it a healthier option. Parmesan cheese is also a good source of protein and calcium. And the addition of lemon zest and juice gives it a boost of Vitamin C. Plus, the use of dried chili flakes and parsley add a good amount of antioxidants to this dish.

Serving Suggestions:

This pasta dish is perfect to serve as a main course or as a side dish. Ya can also add some grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a more complete meal. Here are five examples of what you could serve this pasta with:

• Grilled chicken breast

• Pan-seared shrimp

• Roasted vegetables

• A big ol' green salad

• Grilled fish

Conclusion:

I hope y'all enjoy this spicy lemon cheesy macaroni pasta recipe as much as I do. It's a real crowd-pleaser, healthy and easy to make. And as always, feel free to play around with the ingredients and make it yer own. If you'd like to see more recipes like these, don't forget to leave a comment! Happy cookin' y'all!