Ingredients
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- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Cooked pasta of your choice (fettuccine, linguine, or penne)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and prepare them: grate Parmesan, squeeze lemon juice, mince garlic.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, stir, and bring to a gentle simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Add lemon juice and lemon zest, blending thoroughly.
- Season with salt and black pepper. Toss cooked pasta into the sauce, ensuring it’s well coated.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and smooth texture.
- Adjust lemon juice to your preferred level of zestiness.
- Cook pasta al dente for optimal texture.
- Save some pasta water to loosen the sauce if necessary.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 390 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg