by Gabi Moskowitz
Prep Time 0:20
Cook Time 0:15
We have a massive crush on Food Network chef Dave Lieberman (OK, I have a crush on him. Adam just likes his food.) But seriously, Lieberman is smart, funny, and HOT. Oh, and also, he is totally BrokeAss-friendly! He specializes in food that is tasty and fancy-looking—but inexpensive and made from ingredients that are easy to procure. The following recipe is adapted from a recipe from his cookbook Dave’s Dinners that is perfect for a romantic dinner for two. Serve it with a light Zonnin Prosecco from Trader Joe’s.
- Ingredients
- ½ pound linguine $3
- 2 egg yolks $3 for ½ dozen eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream $2 for a ¼ pint
- 3 garlic cloves, minced Pantry
- zest and juice of 1 lemon (reserve a little zest for garnish) $1
- salt and pepper to taste Pantry
- 1/4 cup ground whole almonds— reserve a little for garnish $4
- 1 small bunch fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped finely $2
Total Cost of Recipe: $15
Directions
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the linguine according to directions. Drain pasta.
Combine the egg yolks, half-and-half, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste in a heatproof bowl. Place over a pot of boiling water and whisk until the mixture thickens into a pale yellow, smooth sauce.
Remove from the heat, stir in the almonds, and toss with the linguine.
Garnish with more lemon zest, ground almonds, flat leaf parsley and more ground pepper.
Serves 2
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