Lemon Pasta (Spaghetti al Limone)
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Lemon Pasta (Spaghetti al Limone)
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This creamy and tangy pasta dish features fresh lemon cream sauce tossed with fresh pasta. This Spaghetti al Limone is vibrant, fresh, and perfectly creamy and is so easy to make!
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Ingredients
- 1 lb Spaghetti *
- 3 Tablespoons butter
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- lemon zest from 2 lemons
- 3 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 2 ounces Fresh Parmesan Cheese or Parmigiano Reggiano
Instructions
- Start by bringing a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add a generous amount of salt to the water. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions. Reserve 1/2 - 3/4 cup of pasta water.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat a saute pan over medium-low heat. Add the butter and garlic and cook for 1 minute. Drizzle with olive oil and then add fresh lemon zest and lemon juice. Add heavy cream, salt, pepper, and red chili flakes. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes to allow it to thicken.
- Drain the pasta in a colander, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Transfer the pasta to the pan and toss with the sauce. Gradually add 1/2 cup of pasta water until desired thickness.
- Garnish with fresh lemon zest, freshly grated parmesan cheese, and basil ribbons (if so desired).
Notes
- I suggest using fresh spaghetti, if at all possible.
- Recipe adapted from The Pasta Queen Cookbook
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