Description
A heartwarming Lemon Parmesan Linguine dish that combines creamy Parmesan with the brightness of lemon, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces linguine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the linguine until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add the lemon zest and lemon juice to the skillet.
- Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream until slightly thickened.
- Drain the linguine and add it to the skillet, tossing to coat. Add reserved pasta water if needed.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper, serve immediately, garnishing with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, consider incorporating seasonal vegetables or proteins such as chicken or shrimp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: pasta, lemon, Parmesan, comfort food, Italian cooking