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Lemon Pappardelle: Discover the Creamy Delight Today!

A creamy and zesty Lemon Pappardelle pasta dish that is perfect for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces pappardelle pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the pappardelle pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper.
  4. Add the cooked pappardelle to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta in the creamy lemon sauce. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
  5. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or shrimp to the dish.
  • Substitute half of the heavy cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter version while still maintaining creaminess.

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