Creamy Roast Garlic and Lemon Pasta: A Comforting Evening Delight
Indulge in the rich flavors of creamy roast garlic and zesty lemon pasta, perfect for those cozy evenings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta
- 1 head garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the top off the head of garlic, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30-35 minutes until soft.
- Boil the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a pan, combine heavy cream, lemon juice, and zest; bring to a simmer.
- Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves into the sauce; stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Toss the pasta in the sauce until well coated; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Roast Garlic Pasta, Lemon Pasta, Comfort Food, Evening Dinner