Creamy Lemon Garlic Pasta

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Creamy Lemon Garlic Pasta

🧾 Ingredients

  • 200g pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or milk for lighter version)
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Black pepper (to taste)
  • Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

👨‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta

  • Boil pasta in salted water until al dente
  • Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain

2. Make the sauce

  • In a pan, melt butter on medium heat
  • Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute (don’t burn)

3. Add cream

  • Pour in heavy cream and cook 2–3 minutes
  • Stir until slightly thick

4. Add cheese & lemon

  • Add parmesan cheese and mix
  • Add lemon zest + lemon juice
  • Season with salt and pepper

5. Combine

  • Add cooked pasta to the sauce
  • Mix well (add pasta water if needed for creaminess)

6. Serve

  • Garnish with parsley and black pepper
  • Add a lemon slice for presentation. 🍋

🔥 Pro Tips:

  • Use fresh lemon for best flavor
  • Don’t overcook garlic (it becomes bitter)
  • Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein

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