Creamy Avocado Pasta

Ingredients

• spaghetti (dry) — 200g
• ripe avocados — 2 large
• garlic cloves — 2 cloves
• extra virgin olive oil — 2 tbsp
• lemon juice — 2 tbsp
• parmesan cheese — 30g
• fresh basil leaves — 1 small handful

Method

1. 1

   Bring a large saucepan of salted water to the boil and cook the spaghetti according to packet instructions until al dente.

2. 2

   While the pasta cooks, add the avocado flesh, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, parmesan, and basil into a food processor or blender.

3. 3

   Blitz until the sauce is completely smooth and creamy. If it is too thick, add a tablespoon of pasta water to loosen it.

4. 4

   Drain the pasta, reserving 50ml of the starchy cooking water.

5. 5

   Return the pasta to the warm saucepan, add the avocado sauce and a splash of the reserved pasta water, and toss over low heat until the pasta is evenly coated and glossy.

6. 6

   Serve immediately, topped with an extra sprinkle of parmesan if desired.