Triple Lemon & Za’atar Rigatoni

Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil. Peel and finely slice the garlic and finely chop the preserved lemon half, removing any pips.

Place a large frying pan over a high heat. Slice a lemon in half, then place it cut side-down into the pan, leave for 2 mins, until blackened, then remove the lemon halves and set aside. Drop the rigatoni into the boiling water and cook according to package instructions.

Turn the heat down to medium and add 2 tbsp of olive oil. Add the sliced garlic and fennel seeds and sizzle for 2 mins, then add the preserved lemon. Cook for 30 secs or so, then add the crème fraîche and juice of the second lemon. Stir to combine then remove from the heat until the pasta is ready.

Use a slotted spoon to transfer the pasta into the lemony sauce. Grate the Parmesan straight into the pan, place over a medium heat and toss to combine, until the sauce is coating the pasta. Spoon into bowls and top with black pepper, za’atar and dill. Cut the charred lemon into wedges to serve.