Pasta Garlic Cream Sauce with Smoked Salmon
Elevate your pasta night with this decadent Pasta Garlic Cream Sauce with Smoked Salmon recipe that’s bursting with flavor and elegance. Tender pasta is bathed in a silky garlic-infused cream sauce, enriched with melted Parmesan cheese and a touch of fresh lemon juice for brightness. Folded into the sauce are delicate, smoky pieces of salmon that add a luxurious touch to every bite. This restaurant-quality dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for a weeknight treat or an impressive dinner party centerpiece. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and an optional dusting of extra Parmesan, this creamy pasta creation is sure to delight. Pair it with a crisp glass of white wine or a light green salad for an unforgettable meal. Keywords: creamy pasta recipe, garlic cream sauce, smoked salmon pasta.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne)
- 150 grams Smoked salmon
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- as needed Water (for cooking pasta)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter is melted.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, allowing it to gently warm through. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Add the Parmesan cheese to the cream mixture, stirring continuously until melted and smooth.
Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice, stirring well to combine. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat it evenly with the garlic cream sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Gently fold in the smoked salmon pieces, allowing them to warm through without overcooking.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the pasta with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve immediately with additional Parmesan cheese on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2220 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 163.4 g | 209% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.0 g | 445% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 448 mg | 149% | |
| Sodium | 3642 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.0 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 77.9 g | 156% | |
| Vitamin D | 25.7 mcg | 128% | |
| Calcium | 963 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 533 mg | 11% | |
*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.
