Butter Lemon Sauce Pasta

Discover the magic of butter lemon sauce pasta!

With its delicious flavors and easy preparation, it's the perfect meal for busy days or special occasions.

Make a big batch and enjoy it anytime—get ready for a taste sensation that'll leave you wanting more!

Butter lemon sauce pasta is a delightful dish featuring al dente pasta coated in a luscious sauce made from butter, lemon juice, garlic, and seasonings.

This tangy and creamy sauce perfectly complements the pasta, creating a harmonious blend of flavors.

This dish is ideal for a variety of occasions. It's perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner, offering a comforting and flavorful meal in no time.

The bright and refreshing flavors of the lemon make it particularly refreshing during warmer months, but it's equally enjoyable year-round.

Butter lemon sauce pasta is also great for lunches and meal prep. It reheats well, making it a convenient option for busy weekdays or as a make-ahead meal for the week.

Simply store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave when ready to enjoy.

It's a versatile dish that can be customized with your favorite protein or veggies, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences.

Whether you're cooking for yourself, your family, or entertaining guests, butter lemon sauce pasta is sure to be a hit. Its simplicity, versatility, and vibrant flavors make it a standout dish that's both easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying to eat.

So next time you're craving a delicious pasta dish that's bursting with flavor, give butter lemon sauce pasta a try—it's guaranteed to become a new favorite in your recipe repertoire.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Ready in under 30 minutes.
• Perfect to make in advance – great for meal prep and lunch boxes.
• Making butter lemon sauce pasta is super simple, even for beginners in the kitchen. Just a few ingredients and you're good to go!
• The combination of buttery richness and zesty lemon flavor creates a taste explosion that'll have you coming back for more.
• Need a meal in a hurry? Butter lemon sauce pasta is your go-to. It's ready in no time, perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute dinners.

Cost To Make

Estimated cost = $4.70, or $1.17 a serve

Ingredients

Please note that below is a guide for some of the ingredients we used in the recipe. The printable recipe further down the page has the complete list of ingredients, including quantities and step-by-step instructions.

• Dried pasta: Such as tube pasta or spirals
• Bacon: diced
• Butter
• Minced garlic
• Dried mushrooms: Such as porcini, or shiitake mushrooms, ground, optional
• Lemon
• Parmesan cheese: finely grated.
• Heavy whipping cream
• Salt
• Pepper
• Fresh green onions or chives: chopped, to garnish
• Cashews or pine nuts: roughly chopped, to garnish

Instructions

This recipe for butter lemon sauce pasta serves 4. The ingredient quantities can easily be adjusted to suit how many serves you need to make.

Step One: Cook your pasta according to packet instructions. Once cooked, drain the pasta and set aside.

Step Two: Meanwhile, heat half the butter over low to medium heat in a small saucepan. Once melted, add the minced garlic and ground dried mushrooms (if using) and saute for about 1 minute. Be careful not to burn your garlic.

Step Three: Add the diced bacon and cook until crisp to your liking.

Step Four: Add the remaining butter and melt.

Step Five: Turn off heat, and mix through the lemon juice, lemon zest, parmesan cheese, cream, salt, and pepper to taste.

Serve, garnished with extra parmesan cheese, fresh green onions or chives, and chopped cashews or pine nuts.

Tips for Success

• Reserve some of the water used to cook the pasta. If needed, you can add some at the end of cooking if you would like your pasta to have a bit more sauce.

Substitutions / Variations

• You could add fresh vegetables such as mushrooms or carrots. Dice the vegetables and cook with the bacon and onion until soft.
• Mix through some red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with a side of garlic bread.
• Pack this pasta in a picnic basket for a delicious outdoor meal.
• Make a big batch of this pasta on the weekend and portion it out for easy grab-and-go lunches or dinners throughout the week. It's a convenient and delicious option for meal prepping.

Storage

This butter lemon sauce pasta can be stored in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 2 to 3 days.

To reheat, you could use the microwave or use a pot on the stovetop. You may find over time your pasta has absorbed the sauce. Before reheating add a splash of water or heavy cream.

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