Creamy Meyer Lemon Pasta
This rich and Creamy Meyer Lemon Pasta uses just the right amount of lemon to give the pasta a light and fresh citrus taste.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 -6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound pasta of your choice
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 leek sliced thin
- 1 teaspoon about 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Meyer lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon chopped rosemary
- 1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano
Instructions
- Boil at least 4 quarts of salted water. Cook the pasta according to the package directions, drain, and keep warm.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. When the butter is melted, add the leeks to the pan. Saute, stirring often until the leeks are softened and just starting to brown.
- Add the garlic and saute another minute or two.
- Add the heavy cream and reduce heat to medium low. Cook the cream until reduced by about half. Once the cream is reduced, add the lemon zest, rosemary, and cheese. Serve warm.