Creamy Roast Garlic and Lemon Pasta Sauce
This creamy roast garlic and lemon pasta sauce combines roasted garlic’s deep flavor with a bright lemony zest, creating a luscious and refreshing dish perfect for any pasta night.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole head of garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 8 ounces cooked pasta (such as fettuccine or linguine)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top off the garlic head, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 35-40 minutes until soft.
- Remove the roasted garlic cloves from the skin and mash into a smooth paste.
- In a skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add the cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the roasted garlic paste, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce until thoroughly coated.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For an extra creamy texture, stir in a tablespoon of butter just before serving or top with toasted breadcrumbs for added crunch.