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Lemon Pasta

Lemon Pasta

The ultimate comfort food, Lemon Pasta is creamy, zesty, and incredibly easy to make. With just a few ingredients, you can whip up a satisfying meal that bursts with flavor. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish will become a family favorite. Make it tonight!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 490
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Milk of choice, nondairy creamer, or heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup Lemon juice and optional zest of one lemon
  • 3 1/2 tbsp Cornstarch or 5 tbsp flour
  • 3 tbsp Butter or olive oil
  • 1 tsp Minced garlic
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • optional Parmesan or nutritional yeast as desired
  • 8 oz Pasta or whatever you wish to go with the sauce

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Large Pot
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Whisk the cornstarch into the milk until completely dissolved.
  2. Add in lemon juice and zest.
  3. Stir in butter, minced garlic, and salt.
  4. Bring mixture to a boil over low-medium heat.
  5. Once boiling, stir constantly until thickened.
  6. Turn off heat, adjust seasoning as desired.
  7. Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  8. Combine pasta with sauce and serve.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Use leftover lemon juice to make a refreshing lemon mousse.