Description
A delightful creamy lemon pasta that is quick, easy, and bursting with zesty flavor, perfect for any weeknight or weekend gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the garlic: In a large skillet, heat the minced garlic over medium heat until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Create the creamy sauce: Add the heavy cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the skillet. Stir until everything is well combined and heated through.
- Incorporate the Parmesan: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Allow the sauce to thicken slightly, about 3 minutes.
- Combine with pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing it gently to coat every strand in the creamy sauce.
- Serve warm: Transfer to serving bowls and garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
Notes
Try adding sautéed vegetables or proteins for a heartier meal. The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg