Description

A luxurious, velvety cream sauce featuring bright lemon and aromatic garlic that transforms any dish into a restaurant-quality meal in just 10 minutes

Ingredients

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1 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

1. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat until it begins to foam slightly.
2. Add minced garlic and sauté for 60 to 90 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant and just beginning to turn golden.
3. Pour in heavy cream slowly while stirring, then add lemon zest. Bring to a gentle simmer.
4. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce begins to thicken slightly.
5. Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese, allowing each addition to melt completely before adding more.
6. Add lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
7. Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley just before serving.
8. Serve immediately over pasta, chicken, seafood, or vegetables.

Notes

Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Reheat gently over low heat, adding a splash of cream to restore consistency. Sauce thickens when cooled. For a thicker sauce, simmer longer; for thinner sauce, add pasta water or additional cream. Best served fresh but can be frozen for up to 2 months, though texture may change slightly.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Category: Sauce
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 cup
Calories: 285
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 385mg
Fat: 28g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 5g