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Lemon Butter Garlic Pasta Sauce

Welcome to your new favorite pasta dish! This Lemon Butter Garlic Pasta Sauce is a delightful blend of flavors that will elevate your meal to new heights. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a dish to impress your guests, this lemon-infused sauce is sure to please.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lemon Butter Garlic Pasta Sauce
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
For serving
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • Cooked pasta of your choice
  • Grated Parmesan cheese

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Microplane Zester
  • Knife and Cutting Board
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Ensure that the butter does not brown; you want it to remain golden and creamy.
  2. Step 2: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  3. Step 3: Stir in the lemon zest and freshly squeezed lemon juice, cooking for an additional minute.
  4. Step 4: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and mix in the chopped fresh parsley.
  6. Step 6: Cook your pasta according to the package instructions, drain, and add it to the skillet with the sauce, tossing until well coated.
  7. Step 7: Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

This sauce is lighter than cream-based sauces and can be customized with proteins or vegetables. It can be made ahead of time and reheated when ready to serve.