Creamy Roast Garlic and Lemon Pasta Sauce
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Roast Garlic and Lemon Pasta Sauce: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe. This rich, creamy sauce combines the sweetness of roasted garlic with the zesty brightness of fresh lemon. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this easy-to-make dish requires minimal ingredients yet delivers gourmet taste in just 35 minutes. Whether served over your favorite pasta or paired with grilled chicken and vegetables, this sauce will impress every palate at your table. Create a delightful experience that brings warmth and satisfaction to every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: None specified
- Cuisine: None specified
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 bulb roasted garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 pound pasta of your choice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap the garlic bulb in foil and roast for about 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Let cool, then squeeze cloves into a bowl.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; reserve 1 cup of starchy water before draining.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, warm olive oil and mash in the roasted garlic; cook for about 2 minutes.
- Stir in cream and heat gently for 3-4 minutes without boiling.
- Add lemon juice, zest, salt, and pepper; cook for another couple of minutes.
- Gradually mix in Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg