Creamy Lemon Garlic Pasta: 5 Surprising Secrets for a Luscious Meal
Creamy Lemon Garlic Pasta combines silky cream, tangy lemon, and aromatic garlic into a luscious, restaurant-style meal.
Ingredients
8 ounces spaghetti or fettuccine
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon lemon zest
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
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Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
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Melt butter with olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
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Reduce heat to low, add heavy cream, and stir for 2–3 minutes. Gradually stir in Parmesan until smooth. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water.
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Stir in lemon zest and juice. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
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Toss pasta in sauce, coat evenly, heat 1–2 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve.