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Creamy Lemon Garlic Penne Pasta

Creamy Lemon Garlic Penne Pasta: A Cozy Family Favorite

Creamy Lemon Garlic Penne Pasta is a quick, satisfying family meal ready in 20 minutes, combining rich creaminess with refreshing citrus notes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Penne Pasta Cook until al dente.
For the Sauce
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Can substitute with heavy cream.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Or nutritional yeast for dairy-free.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Zest Swap with lemon juice if needed.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper To taste.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Optional, for garnish.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil the pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and reserve 1 cup pasta water.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt the cream cheese, stirring for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
  3. Sauté minced garlic in the melted cream cheese for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add the drained pasta, lemon zest, and Parmesan cheese to the skillet. Toss to coat evenly.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste, mixing well.
  6. Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, enjoy fresh but can be stored for 3 days in the fridge or up to 2 months in the freezer.

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