Basil Pasta with Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce
This Basil Pasta with Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce is a delightful and vibrant dish that is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant gathering. With just seven ingredients and a preparation time of only 30 minutes, you’ll create a flavorful meal that highlights the fresh taste of basil, the zesty brightness of lemon, and the rich creaminess of butter. The combination of these elements creates a beautiful harmony that will impress your guests or satisfy your cravings at home. Serve it as a main course or alongside grilled chicken or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 6 tablespoons salted butter
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 lemon (thinly sliced)
- 8 oz pasta (such as farfalle)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 2 oz fresh basil (chopped)
- 1/2 cup pine nuts (lightly toasted)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add thinly sliced lemon and minced garlic; cook until the lemon slices brown slightly (about 5 minutes).
- Meanwhile, boil water in a large pot and cook pasta al dente according to package instructions; drain using a colander.
- Add the hot pasta to the skillet with the garlic-lemon mixture; stir to combine.
- Incorporate an additional 2 tablespoons of butter and the grated Parmesan cheese into the pasta; stir over low-medium heat until melted.
- Finally, mix in half of the chopped fresh basil thoroughly before serving with remaining basil, toasted pine nuts, and cracked black pepper on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg