Description
A delightful dish that combines the richness of creamy sauce with a lively burst of lemon flavor, perfect for a quick dinner or lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta of choice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set it aside once done.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and bring it to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until the sauce becomes creamy and well combined.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing it to ensure the pasta is evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor. You can swap out the pasta type or add protein like chicken or seafood.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg