Creamy Lemon Pasta: The Ultimate Comfort with a Zesty Twist

A creamy and zesty pasta dish combining fresh lemon juice, rich cream, and Parmesan for a quick and comforting meal.
25 min4 servings420 kcal
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta (spaghetti or linguine)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
- 1 lemon (juice and zest)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente.
- 2
In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- 3
Add heavy cream, lemon juice, and zest, stirring gently over low heat.
- 4
Stir in Parmesan until melted and smooth.
- 5
Toss pasta with sauce, adding pasta water as needed for silkiness.
- 6
Season with salt, pepper, and garnish with parsley.
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