Lemony Cream Pasta Delight

Number of Portions:

2 servings

Ingredients:

– 1 lemon, zested and juiced
– 200g (7oz) pasta of your choice
– 200ml (7fl oz) creme fraiche
– Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Extra

Ingredients:

– Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
– Chopped fresh parsley or basil, for garnish

Preparation & Cooking Time:

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes

Method:

1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. In a large frying pan, heat the creme fraiche over medium heat until just simmering. Stir in the lemon zest and juice.

3. Add the cooked pasta to the pan and toss to coat the pasta in the creamy lemon sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is heated through and the flavors are well combined.

5. Serve hot, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley or basil, if desired.

Equipment Needed:

– Large frying pan
– Pot for cooking pasta
– Grater
– Knife
– Citrus juicer (optional)

Nutritional Information Per Serving:

– Calories: 452 kcal
– Carbohydrates: 60g
– Protein: 8g
– Fat: 20g
– Saturated Fat: 12g
– Fiber: 3g
– Sugar: 2g
– Sodium: 57mg