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Lemon Cream Pasta with Roasted Garlic
Instructions
1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top off a head of garlic, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 50 minutes until golden and soft.
2
Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
3
In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Squeeze the roasted garlic into the pan and mash to combine with the butter.
4
Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
5
Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
6
Add cooked pasta and a splash of pasta water. Toss to coat.
7
Stir in Parmesan cheese and continue stirring until the sauce thickens and coats the pasta evenly.
8
Serve immediately with extra Parmesan if desired.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Roast Garlic Low and Slow 🧄Roast the whole garlic head at 400°F for 35-40 minutes wrapped in foil until cloves are golden and squeezable—this develops deep, sweet, caramelized notes that define the dish's complexity.
- Reserve Pasta Water Before Draining 💧Save at least 1 cup of starchy pasta cooking water before draining—this emulsifier is essential for creating a silky sauce that clings to pasta and prevents the cream from breaking.
- Temper the Cream Properly 🌡️Add heavy cream slowly off-heat while whisking constantly, then gently warm over low heat to prevent curdling and maintain a luxurious, velvety texture throughout.
- Balance Lemon Juice in Stages 🍋Add lemon juice gradually (starting with half) and taste as you go—this prevents over-acidity while ensuring the brightness cuts through the richness without overwhelming the roasted garlic.
- Finish with Cold Butter for Gloss ✨Toss the finished pasta with a knob of cold butter off-heat for a silky, restaurant-quality sheen and enhanced flavor depth that fresh Parmesan alone cannot achieve.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low Sugar
My Calorie Intake
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