Lemon Linguine

My kids really like pasta so I'm always on the lookout for new recipes to try. They love lemon linguine and will normally eat 2-3 helpings. My daughter says it is one of her favorite foods. It goes great with all kinds of meats and you could easily add chicken for a main dish.

Lemon Linguine
4 servings

8 ozs. uncooked linguine
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
grated Parmesan cheese, optional

1. In a saucepan, cook linguine in boiling water until tender.
2. Meanwhile, in another saucepan, combine butter, lemon juice, basil, garlic powder, and lemon pepper; cook and stir until butter is melted.
3. Drain linguine; add to butter mixture and toss.
4. Add Parmesan cheese if desired and toss.