Creamy Roast Garlic and Lemon Pasta Sauce
A luxurious yet easy pasta sauce featuring roasted garlic, lemon, and Parmesan cheese, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head of garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pasta of choice (e.g., spaghetti, fettuccine)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
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 about 30-35 minutes until soft.
- While the garlic roasts, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, squeeze out the roasted garlic from its skins and combine it with heavy cream, lemon juice, and zest. Cook over medium heat until warmed through.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the luscious sauce, ensuring every strand is coated in that creamy goodness.
- Serve warm in bowls, garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
Notes
For a lighter option, replace heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg