Why did my lemon butter sauce turn blue?

A chemical reaction between the lemon and a reactive metal in your cookware can cause discoloration. Using non-reactive cookware like stainless steel or non-stick pans can prevent this.

How do you keep lemon cream sauce from curdling?

In this recipe, the lemon juice is tossed with the drained pasta first rather than added directly to the hot cream sauce. Keep the cream sauce at a gentle heat and avoid boiling it once the cream is added.

Can lemon and heavy cream be mixed in pasta?

Yes. In this recipe, the lemon juice is added to the pasta first rather than directly to the cream sauce, which helps reduce the chance of curdling. The cream sauce is then tossed with the lemon-coated pasta.

How can I add more flavor to my lemon butter sauce?

To enhance the flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat, or a handful of fresh herbs like basil or thyme. You can also add a splash of white wine before the cream; simmer and reduce the wine first, then add the cream for a deeper, more complex flavor.

Creamy Lemon Butter Sauce Over Farfalle Pasta

Description

A creamy lemon pasta recipe that is comforting, flavorful, and surprisingly simple to make. This Creamy Lemon Butter Sauce over Farfalle pasta feels special without being difficult.

Ingredients

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1 pound farfalle pasta
4 garlic cloves
4 Tablespoons butter
Pinch of salt
Pepper to taste
1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for garnish
Zest from one lemon
Juice from one lemon
Parsley (optional)

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Instructions

Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat and add the garlic.
Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package directions.
While the pasta cooks, continue making the sauce. Once the garlic is soft, add the lemon zest, pepper, and salt to the saucepan.
Cook gently for 5 minutes.
Add the cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent scorching.
Slowly add the Parmesan cheese to the cream mixture, stirring until melted.
Reduce the heat to low and stir occasionally until the pasta is done.
Drain the pasta.
Toss the drained pasta with the lemon juice, then add the cream sauce and toss to coat.
Serve immediately and garnish with extra grated Parmesan cheese and parsley, if desired.

Notes

Make sure to add the lemon juice to the pasta after draining it, but before the cream is added and tossed.
Use organic lemons.
Use real parmesan cheese for the best results in this creamy lemon butter sauce recipe.
I use farfalle pasta (otherwise known as bow-tie pasta), but any pasta that is appropriate for a skillet dish would be good.