Creamy Roast Garlic and Lemon Pasta Sauce
This creamy roast garlic and lemon pasta sauce blends mellow roasted garlic with zesty lemon for a bright, comforting dish perfect for any pasta night.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole head of garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top off the garlic head to expose cloves, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, wrap in foil and roast for 30-35 minutes until soft.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Once garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze softened cloves into a blender or bowl.
- In a saucepan, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and butter over medium heat.
- Add roasted garlic, heavy cream, lemon zest, and juice. Whisk and simmer gently for 5 minutes.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce is creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss sauce with cooked pasta until evenly coated.
- Serve garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For extra richness, add a splash of white wine while simmering the sauce or serve with grilled chicken for a heartier meal.
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