Lemon Garlic Cream Sauce
A simple yet magical lemon garlic cream sauce that elevates any dish with its velvety texture and vibrant flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat, allowing it to become bubbly and fragrant.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, taking care not to let it burn.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir well to combine with the garlic and butter.
- Add lemon juice and lemon zest, mixing until combined.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Serve the sauce immediately over your choice of pasta or protein.
Notes
Pairs beautifully with pasta, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables. Fresh herbs like parsley or basil can enhance the flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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