Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until golden (about 1 minute).
- Make the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream and lemon juice; simmer on low for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine Flavors: Stir in lemon zest and Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Toss Pasta: Mix drained pasta into the sauce, ensuring each strand is well-coated.
- Season and Serve: Taste the dish, adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed, and serve with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (225g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg