Description
Indulge in the creamy and tangy flavors of this delightful Pappardelle al Limone, a classic Italian pasta dish featuring a luscious lemon cream sauce. This recipe is simple yet elegant, making it perfect for a cozy dinner at home or a gathering with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Pappardelle Pasta:
- 12 oz pappardelle pasta
Lemon Cream Sauce:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook pappardelle until al dente.
- Prepare the Sauce: Sauté garlic in olive oil and butter. Add cream, lemon zest, simmer, then add lemon juice, Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
- Combine and Serve: Toss drained pasta in the sauce, adding pasta water if needed. Garnish with Parmesan and parsley.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for optimal flavor.
- Substitute with tagliatelle or fettuccine if needed.
- Enhance with grilled chicken or shrimp for added protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 290 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 54 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
