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Roast Garlic and Lemon Pasta Sauce

Creamy Roast Garlic and Lemon Pasta Sauce You’ll Crave!

This Creamy Roast Garlic and Lemon Pasta Sauce combines rich, savory roasted garlic with zesty lemon, making it an indulgent yet simple dish to elevate your weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 bulb Garlic (roasted) Provides a deep, sweet flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Used for sautéing
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed) Provides acidity
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Enhances citrus aroma
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper Adds mild heat
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Adds richness
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese (grated) Contributes saltiness and umami
For the Pasta
  • 1 pound Pasta Use any shape; gluten-free options available
  • Fresh Parsley For garnish

Equipment

  • oven
  • medium saucepan
  • Large pot
  • Aluminum Foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap the bulb of garlic in aluminum foil and roast for 30-35 minutes.
  2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, drain the rest.
  3. In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add mashed roasted garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes.
  4. Gradually stir in the heavy cream and heat through for 3-4 minutes without boiling.
  5. Mix in lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes while stirring.
  6. Gradually add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and incorporated.
  7. Combine the drained pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water for consistency if needed.
  8. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Taste and adjust seasoning before serving. Reserve extra pasta water for desired sauce consistency.

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