30+ Ways to Use a Lot of Lemons

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Course: Pasta

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: lemon pasta, lemon spaghetti, spaghetti

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 15

Servings: people

Calories: 480kcal

Author: Platings and Pairings

Got an abundance of lemons and no idea what to make? This collection of lemony recipes has everything you need and will become your go-to source for all things lemon! From lemon butter baked salmon and tangy salad dressings to tart desserts and refreshing drinks and ice cream, you'll find a wide variety of recipes that center around the bright, vibrant flavor of lemons. This easy Lemon Pasta is deliciously tangy and creamy, plus it comes together in under 15 minutes!

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Ingredients

1 pound spaghetti or other pasta of your choosing
Salt
3 lemons zested and juiced
¼ cup olive oil
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese plus additional for serving
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
½ cup chopped fresh basil optional

Instructions

Cook the pasta in a large pot of generously salted boiling water (1 tablespoon of salt for every 6 cups of water) until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally.
Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water. Return drained spaghetti to the pot.
Meanwhile, whisk the lemon juice, oil, heavy cream, Parmesan, and red pepper flakes in a bowl to combine. Add ¼ cup of the pasta cooking water and whisk to combine.
Add lemon sauce to spaghetti in pot; toss until pasta is evenly coated with sauce. Add remaining cooking liquid, if necessary. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Garnish with lemon zest, chopped basil (if desired) and parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

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Notes

I like to cook my pasta about a minute less than the package directions call for. This ensures that your pasta remains al dente as it's tossed with with the lemon cream sauce and heated through.

This creamy lemon pasta will keep in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat leftovers in the microwave, or in a skillet, adding in a splash more water, chicken broth, or cream.

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