Creamy Lemon Pasta (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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8 oz spaghetti or linguine
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1 lemon (zested and juiced)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Lemon slices (for garnish)
# Instructions:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti or linguine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
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Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to brown the garlic.
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Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Gently simmer the mixture for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
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Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts and the sauce becomes creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.
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Add the drained pasta to the sauce and toss until well coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Stir in the chopped parsley and toss to evenly distribute it throughout the pasta.
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Serve the creamy lemon pasta immediately, garnished with extra parsley and lemon slices if desired. Enjoy!