Creamy Lemon Fettuccine
Indulge in the zesty elegance of Creamy Lemon Fettuccine, a delightful pasta dish that combines rich, velvety sauce with a bright citrus twist. Perfectly cooked fettuccine is tossed in a luscious blend of heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and a generous splash of fresh lemon juice, creating a harmony of tangy and creamy flavors. Infused with garlic and accented by fragrant lemon zest, this recipe is effortlessly elevated yet quick enough for a weeknight meal, ready in just 30 minutes. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a touch of reserved pasta water for the perfect consistency, it’s the ultimate comfort food with a gourmet edge. Ideal for lemon pasta lovers, this dish pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad and a glass of white wine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 cups Heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup Reserved pasta water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain the rest and set the pasta aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.
Lower the heat slightly and stir in the heavy cream. Let it simmer gently for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it begins to thicken slightly.
Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper to the cream sauce. Stir well until the Parmesan melts and the sauce is creamy.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet with the sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add the reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste the pasta and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2969 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 174.3 g | 223% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.0 g | 510% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 502 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 2670 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 256.9 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.5 g | ||
| Protein | 75.8 g | 152% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 929 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 169 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
