Kale Fettuccine

Step 1 · Cook the Pasta

Cook the fettuccine in well-salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 3/4 cup of pasta water, then drain.

Step 2 · Sauté the Garlic

Meanwhile, warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and chili flakes, if using, and cook until fragrant and just golden, about 1 minute.

• 2 tbspOlive Oil
• 3 clovesGarlic, thinly sliced

Step 3 · Wilt the Kale

Add the kale with a splash of water and a pinch of salt. Cook, tossing, until wilted and tender, 3-4 minutes.

• Salt, to taste

Step 4 · Make It Creamy

Reduce the heat to low. Add the drained pasta, goat cheese, and a good splash of the reserved pasta water. Toss until the cheese melts into a light, creamy sauce, adding more pasta water as needed.

• 75 gGoat Cheese, crumbled

Step 5 · Finish and Serve

Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and plenty of black pepper. Serve immediately.

• 1 tbspLemon Juice
• Salt, to taste
• Black Pepper, to taste