Linguini with Artichoke Sauce
Transform your weeknight dinner into a restaurant-worthy experience with this creamy and indulgent Linguini with Artichoke Sauce. Velvety strands of al dente linguini are enveloped in a luscious sauce made from tender canned artichoke hearts, fragrant garlic, and shallots, all simmered to perfection in rich heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. A bright splash of fresh lemon juice adds a zesty kick, perfectly balancing the creamy, savory flavors. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this easy-to-make pasta dish is both elegant and comforting, ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for cozy family dinners or date nights, this recipe is sure to impress with its gourmet appeal and simple preparation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz linguini pasta
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small shallot
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 14 oz canned artichoke hearts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining, then set the pasta aside.
While the pasta is cooking, finely dice the shallot and mince the garlic cloves. Drain and roughly chop the canned artichoke hearts.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced shallot and minced garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Add the chopped artichoke hearts to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to break down slightly.
Lower the heat to medium-low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the sauce for 3-5 minutes, stirring often, until it thickens slightly.
If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta cooking water to achieve the desired consistency.
Add the cooked linguini to the skillet, tossing gently to coat the pasta evenly with the artichoke sauce.
Transfer the linguini to serving plates or a large bowl. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2268 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.4 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.2 g | 356% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 320 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 4760 mg | 207% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 157.2 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.5 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.2 g | ||
| Protein | 65.6 g | 131% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1077 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 905 mg | 19% | |
*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.
