Description
A bright and creamy lemon pasta that captures the flavors of the Amalfi Coast. This simple yet elegant dish combines fresh lemon zest, juice, and a touch of cream for a luxurious sauce that coats every strand of pasta.
Ingredients
- 1 pound spaghetti or linguine
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- Zest of 2 lemons
- Juice of 2 lemons (about 1/3 cup)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
- While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Cook, stirring constantly, until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Add the lemon zest and lemon juice to the sauce and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped basil or parsley and additional Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: Italian