Easy Creamy Lemon Pasta: Indulgent Comfort in Every Bite
A delightful creamy lemon pasta that brings comfort in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 lemons, zested and juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the garlic until fragrant.
- Add the heavy cream, lemon juice, and zest, stirring to combine.
- Mix in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, mixing well.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For added flavor, try incorporating herbs like parsley or basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Easy Creamy Lemon Pasta