Easy Creamy Lemon Pasta Recipe
This Easy Creamy Lemon Pasta combines a zesty lemon flavor with a creamy sauce for a delightful and refreshing dish.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti or your choice of pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream for a creamy texture
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp lemon zest from 1 large lemon
- 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 0.5 tsp salt adjust to taste
- 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the heavy cream and bring it to a simmer. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss until well coated with the cream sauce.
- Add Parmesan cheese and toss until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Add more lemon juice if you prefer a zestier flavor. Best served fresh.