Description
Basil Pasta with Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce is a quick and flavorful dish that celebrates fresh ingredients. With just seven simple components, this pasta recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight or an elegant dinner party. The vibrant notes of basil harmonize beautifully with the creamy butter and zesty lemon, creating a sauce that elevates the dish to culinary delight. In only 30 minutes, you can whip up a meal that satisfies both adults and kids alike, making it a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Serve it as a main course or alongside proteins like chicken or shrimp for a versatile dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 tablespoons salted butter (divided)
- 5 cloves garlic (fresh, minced)
- 1/2 lemon (thinly sliced)
- 8 oz pasta (farfalle or your choice)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 2 oz fresh basil (plus more to taste)
- 1/2 cup pine nuts (lightly toasted)
Instructions
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter, add lemon slices and minced garlic, cooking for about 5 minutes until slightly browned.
- Boil water in a large pot, cook pasta until al dente as per package instructions, then drain.
- Combine drained pasta into the skillet with the garlic butter mixture, stirring to coat well.
- Incorporate another 2 tablespoons of butter and Parmesan cheese while stirring on low-medium heat until melted.
- Mix in half of the chopped fresh basil until well combined.
- Serve hot, garnished with remaining basil, toasted pine nuts, and cracked black pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg