Creamy Roast Garlic and Lemon Pasta Sauce: A Deliciously Easy Recipe
A creamy and flavorful roast garlic and lemon pasta sauce that’s easy to make and delicious!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 6 cloves garlic, roasted
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wrap the garlic cloves in aluminum foil and roast for 30-35 minutes until soft.
- In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, roasted garlic, lemon juice, and lemon zest over medium heat.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Toss with cooked pasta and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a lighter sauce, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
- Try adding sautéed vegetables for extra flavor and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Creamy Roast Garlic and Lemon Pasta Sauce