REAL-DEAL PENNE AL LIMONE

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Nice fresh lemon taste, quick and easy. This is a favorite recipe that my sister and best friend always ask me to prepare when I come home. It is a big hit in small dinner parties, but could not be easier to prepare.

Provided by Gatinha21

Categories     Penne

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb penne pasta
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/2 cup light cream
1 tablespoon parmigiano-reggiano cheese
1 dash pepper
salt

Steps:

  • In a large pot put the water to boil for the pasta.
  • In a large saucepan melt the butter until is starts to foam, add the lemon juice and let it reduce a bit, maybe 5 minutes.
  • Set aside.
  • When the pasta is ready, drain and keep aside.
  • Return the lemon sauce to the stove and add all of the cream and let it reduce by a half.
  • Mix the pasta with the cream sauce, add the cheese, salt and pepper to taste.
  • garnish with fresh parsley stems,.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 579.9, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 11.4, Cholesterol 51.2, Sodium 138.3, Carbohydrate 93.9, Fiber 12.8, Sugar 0.9, Protein 10

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