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Lemon pepper pasta served on a white platter.
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Creamy Lemon Pepper Pasta

A simple, quick, and delicious pasta meal that can be enjoyed with any side or main course.
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound linguine
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2-3 garlic cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 lemon remove zest, and juiced
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan
  • Optional garnish: Chopped parsley lemon zest, black pepper, shaved parmesan

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Salt the water generously.
  • Cook the pasta according to package instructions for al dente pasta.
  • Before draining the cooked pasta, reserve 3/4 cup of pasta water.
  • While the pasta is boiling, you can start making the sauce.
  • In a skillet, add the olive and butter.
  • When the butter is melted, add the crushed garlic cloves, and saute for 15 seconds.
  • Add the red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt. Stir for 2-3 seconds.
  • Add the chicken stock and heavy cream. Whisk and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  • Whisk in the lemon juice, and grated parmesan cheese. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  • Transfer the pasta to the sauce, and cook for 1-2 minutes. You can add a little bit of the reserved pasta, if the sauce needs thinning out.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley, lemon zest, and shaved parmesan.