Lemon Butter Garlic Pasta Sauce Pasta Al Limone
A simple yet flavorful pasta dish featuring a creamy lemon butter garlic sauce. This Pasta Al Limone is quick to make and perfect for a weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 1 pound pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or fettuccine) (your choice)
Sauce
- 1/2 cup butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- to taste Salt and black pepper
- optional Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook pasta until al dente, reserving 1 cup pasta water.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook until fragrant (1 minute).
- Stir in lemon juice and simmer.
- Add pasta to skillet and toss.
- Add Parmesan and parsley, toss with pasta water for desired consistency.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Serve with extra Parmesan and parsley.
Notes
Adjust the amount of lemon juice and Parmesan cheese to your liking for a personalized flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 18g | Sodium: 350mg