Creamy Roast Garlic and Lemon Pasta Sauce for a Comforting Meal
This creamy roast garlic and lemon pasta sauce is perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Roasting, Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground pepper to taste
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wrap the garlic head in foil and roast for 30-35 minutes.
- In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, roasted garlic, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and zest.
- Simmer over low heat until creamy, about 5-10 minutes.
- Cook pasta according to package directions.
- Toss pasta with the sauce, adding pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
- Add fresh herbs for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Creamy Roast Garlic and Lemon Pasta Sauce