Description
Indulge in the bright and creamy flavors of Pappardelle al Limone, a delightful Italian pasta dish that combines the zing of lemon with the richness of Parmesan cheese. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 oz pappardelle pasta
Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- zest of 2 lemons
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil or parsley (optional)
- extra lemon zest and Parmesan for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil pappardelle until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Melt butter in a skillet, add cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Simmer until slightly thickened. Stir in Parmesan until smooth.
- Combine and Serve: Toss cooked pasta in the sauce, adding reserved water if needed. Cook briefly to meld flavors. Stir in herbs if desired. Serve garnished with lemon zest and Parmesan.
Notes
- Substitute tagliatelle or fettuccine if pappardelle is unavailable.
- Enhance with grilled chicken or sautéed shrimp for added protein.
- For a lighter option, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
