Creamy Lemon Garlic Pasta: Indulgent Comfort Food Made Easy
A quick and easy creamy lemon garlic pasta recipe that is perfect for a comforting meal.
- 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 spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 lemon zested and juiced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the heavy cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Cook for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss to combine.
- Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter option, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
- Feel free to add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Creamy Lemon Garlic Pasta, Pasta al Limone, Comfort Food, Easy Pasta Recipe
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