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Creamy Roast Garlic and Lemon Pasta Sauce

Creamy Roast Garlic and Lemon Pasta Sauce for Cozy Nights

This Creamy Roast Garlic and Lemon Pasta Sauce elevates your pasta with rich cream and zesty lemon, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with a non-dairy cream for a vegan option.
  • 1 bulb Garlic (roasted) Using fresh garlic will alter the sauce’s character.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Any neutral oil can be used if needed.
  • 1 lemon Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed) Bottled may lack freshness.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Best results with zest.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Feel free to omit for a milder sauce.
  • 3/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated) Verify it's vegetarian-friendly if necessary.
For the Pasta
  • 1 pound Pasta Any shape will work beautifully.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Basil can be an aromatic alternative.

Equipment

  • oven
  • medium saucepan
  • large pot
  • Aluminum Foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap the garlic bulb in aluminum foil and roast for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Boil salted water in a large pot. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  3. Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add mashed roasted garlic and stir for about 2 minutes.
  4. Lower the heat and pour in heavy cream, stirring well. Heat through for 3-4 minutes without boiling.
  5. Mix in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest. Season with salt and black pepper, stirring for an additional 2 minutes.
  6. Gradually sprinkle in Parmesan cheese while stirring until it melts and the sauce is creamy. Add reserved pasta water if it’s too thick.
  7. Drain the pasta and toss it in the saucepan with the sauce, ensuring each noodle is well-coated.
  8. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately with garlic bread or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your garlic is fully roasted to avoid bitterness. Reserve at least 1 cup of pasta water before draining to help achieve perfect consistency.

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