Creamy Lemon Feta Pasta
Zesty lemon and tangy feta create a silky sauce coating perfect pasta in this quick Italian-inspired dish.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Skillet
- Tongs
- Colander
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta such as penne or spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add heavy cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Simmer 3-4 minutes until thickened.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in feta cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked pasta and toss. Add reserved pasta water to reach silky consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper. Stir in Parmesan and parsley. Garnish with lemon slices.
Notes
- Use room temperature feta for smoother melting.
- Fresh lemon zest maximizes flavor.
- Best served immediately.