Lemon Garlic Cream Fettuccini

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4.34 from 3 votes

Delicious and creamy fettuccini with added lemon and garlic for the perfect twist.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Italian American

Keyword: fettuccini recipes, lemon garlic cream fettuccini, lemon garlic fettuccini

Servings: Servings

Author: Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

8 ounces fettuccini noodles

Lemon Garlic Cream Sauce

¼ cup salted butter
1 minced small onion
2 minced garlic cloves
1 teaspoon lemon zest
½ cup heavy whipping cream
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper
4 ounces cubed cream cheese
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons fresh minced parsley
grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

Cook the 8 ounces fettuccini noodles according to package directions, drain and set aside.

Lemon Garlic Cream Sauce

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the ¼ cup salted butter. Add the 1 minced small onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender.
Add the 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 teaspoon lemon zest and cook for 1 minute. Slowly stir in the ½ cup heavy whipping cream, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ⅛ teaspoon pepper.
Whisk in the cubed 4 ounces cubed cream cheese and stir until melted. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Add in the 2 tablespoons lemon juice.
Add the cooked pasta pasta, and 2 teaspoons fresh minced parsley to the sauce. Toss the pasta to coat it and serve immediately. Garnish with lemon peel, parsley, and grated parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

Updated on July 22, 2020

Originally Posted on March 6, 2014

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