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Creamy Lemon Pasta

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A quick and easy creamy lemon pasta recipe perfect for busy weeknights. This restaurant-style dish balances bright citrus with a silky Parmesan-cream sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces spaghetti
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions in a large pot. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Cook, stirring, until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
  4. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
  5. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For added protein, you can add cooked chicken or shrimp to the pasta.
  • For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for half of the heavy cream.
  • Ensure you use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.

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