Pasta cremosa al limón

Ingredientes

• 12 Ounces spaghetti
• 4 Tablespoons butter
• 1 Tablespoon olive oil
• 2 Cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 Cup heavy whipping cream
• zest from 1 lemon (plus more for garnish)
• juice from 1 lemon
• 1/4 Teaspoon red pepper flakes (plus more for garnish)
• 1/2 Teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)
• 1/2 Teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground, plus more to taste)
• 1/2 Cup reserved pasta water
• 1/2 Cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated, plus more for garnish)
• fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Preparación

1. 1

   cook: Boil water in a large pot over high heat and then cook the spaghetti according to the package directions.

2. 2

   Drain the pasta and save 1 cup of the starchy pasta water.

3. 3

   Melt the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over a medium heat.

4. 4

   saute: Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute, or until fragrant.

5. 5

   Whisk in the heavy cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and pasta water.

6. 6

   Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.

7. 7

   stir: Add the parmesan cheese and stir to combine.

8. 8

   Toss the cooked pasta in the lemon sauce.

9. 9

   Garnish with red pepper flakes, lemon zest, parmesan cheese, and parsley.

10. 10

    Serve immediately.