Description
A quick and easy creamy lemon garlic pasta that transforms any weeknight dinner into a culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta of choice (spaghetti, fettuccine, or gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and golden.
- Pour in the heavy cream, then add the lemon zest and juice. Season with salt and pepper, and let it simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Toss the drained pasta into the skillet, mixing well to coat every strand with the creamy sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
Don’t skip the lemon zest for essential flavor. Watch the garlic closely to prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg