Pasta with Artichoke Sauce
Indulge in the creamy, luxe flavors of this Pasta with Artichoke Sauce, a quick yet elegant dish that marries the delicate taste of tender artichoke hearts with the richness of cream and Parmesan. Perfect for busy weeknights or dinner parties, this recipe comes together in just 40 minutes, featuring sautéed garlic, a hint of zesty lemon, and fresh parsley for a burst of brightness. The velvety sauce, blended to perfection, clings beautifully to your choice of pasta—spaghetti, linguine, or fettuccine—creating a restaurant-quality meal at home. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, this artichoke pasta dish is comfort food elevated, perfect for any pasta lover.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or fettuccine)
- 300 grams Artichoke hearts (canned or jarred, drained)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 200 milliliters Heavy cream
- 75 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the artichoke hearts to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes, breaking them apart with a spoon, until softened.
Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
Blend the sauce using an immersion blender directly in the skillet, or transfer it to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Return the sauce to the skillet and stir in the grated Parmesan, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Heat gently until the cheese melts and the sauce is velvety.
Add the drained pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.
Serve the pasta hot, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2149 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.3 g | 175% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.3 g | 312% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 275 mg | 92% | |
| Sodium | 4487 mg | 195% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 161.2 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.6 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 64.2 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 992 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 738 mg | 16% | |
*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.
