Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, and chopped basil to the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce. Heat for another minute to warm through.
- Plate the spaghetti and garnish with extra basil leaves and lemon wedges. Enjoy your delicious Spaghetti with Lemon, Basil and Cream Sauce!
Notes
For a lighter version, you can substitute half of the cream with chicken or vegetable broth.
