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Creamy Lemon Garlic Sauce poured over pasta and garnished with herbs.

Lemon Garlic Cream Sauce

A rich and creamy sauce bursting with zesty lemon flavor, perfect for elevating pastas, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 unit lemon, zested and juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all the ingredients. Mince the garlic and zest and juice the lemon.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until it’s foamy.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the saucepan and sauté for about 1-2 minutes, stirring often.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and stir well. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until it starts to simmer.
  5. Stir in the lemon zest and juice, mixing until well combined.
  6. Add salt and pepper to taste and keep cooking on low heat for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Remove the sauce from the heat and sprinkle some chopped parsley on top for a hint of freshness.

Notes

For a lighter version, consider using half-and-half instead of heavy cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge, or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently on the stove and add a splash of broth or water if needed.