You're Gonna Love This Creamy Lemon Pasta

Ingredients

• 200 g Spaghetti (dry, broken in half for easier handling)
• 2 Tbsp Olive Oil (extra‑virgin preferred)
• 2 Tbsp Unsalted Butter (cut into small cubes)
• 3 cloves Garlic (thinly sliced)
• 1 Lemon (zest and juice; zest before juicing)
• 240 ml Heavy Cream (full‑fat for best silkiness)
• to taste Salt (for pasta water and final seasoning)
• to taste Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 120 ml Pasta Water (reserved from cooking the pasta)
• 30 g Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated, optional garnish)

Instructions

1. Boil the Pasta

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until just shy of al dente (about 1‑2 minutes less than package directions).

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: boiling

2. Reserve Pasta Water & Drain

   Before draining, scoop out ½ cup (120 ml) of the hot pasta water and set aside. Then drain the pasta in a colander.

   Time: PT2M

3. Sauté Garlic and Lemon Zest

   In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter with the olive oil. Add the sliced garlic and lemon zest, stirring constantly for 2‑3 minutes until fragrant and the garlic is just beginning to turn golden.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: medium

4. Add Cream and Lemon Juice

   Pour in the heavy cream and the freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: medium‑low

5. Reduce the Sauce

   Let the sauce simmer for 3‑4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.

   Time: PT4M

   Temperature: medium‑low

6. Combine Pasta and Sauce

   Add the under‑cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to coat. Pour in the reserved pasta water a little at a time, continuing to toss until the pasta reaches perfect al dente and the sauce clings beautifully.

   Time: PT4M

   Temperature: medium

7. Finish & Serve

   Season with additional salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Transfer to plates, sprinkle with grated Parmesan (if using), and serve immediately.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

520

Protein

12 g

Carbohydrates

60 g

Fat

22 g

Fiber

3 g