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Creamy Lemon Pasta
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Creamy Lemon Pasta

25 minServes 2Nutri-Score C€€
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what you need

Ingredients

2 people
  • pastaGrains200 g
  • butter (cubed)Dairy80 g
  • garlic (minced)Produce4 pieces
  • white wineBeverages100 ml
  • lemon (zested and juiced)Produce1 piece
  • creamDairy150 ml
  • parmesan (finely grated)Dairy50 g
  • saltSpices5 g
  • black pepper (freshly ground)Spices2 g

per serving

Nutrition

760kcal

Carbs
75 g
Proteins
16 g
Fat
44 g
Adapt tools

what you’ll use

Tools

  • Stockpot
  • Frying pan
  • Grater
  • Citrus juicer

step by step

Method

  1. Cook the pasta

    • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
    • Cook the pasta until al dente, then reserve a little cooking water before draining.
    Step 1
  2. Build the lemon butter base

    • Melt the butter in a frying pan over medium heat.
    • Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, without browning.
    • Pour in the white wine and let it reduce slightly.
    Step 2
  3. Make it creamy

    • Stir in the cream and the lemon zest.
    • Add the grated parmesan and whisk until smooth.
    • Season with salt and black pepper.
    Step 3
  4. Combine and serve

    • Add the drained pasta to the pan with a splash of cooking water.
    • Toss over the heat until the sauce coats the pasta.
    • Finish with the lemon juice and serve immediately.
    Step 4