Marcella Hazan’s “pasta Al Limone”

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 14

Marcella Hazan's classic recipe for Pasta Al Limone

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup heavy cream
	4 tablespoons butter
	2 lemons , zest of , finely chopped , No Pith , just the yellow part
	2 tablespoons lemon juice
	1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese , plus more for the table

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

658

Sugar

Fat

51g

Pasta Al Limone is a classic Italian recipe that originated in southern Italy and is now popular all over the country and beyond. It's characterized by its creamy lemony sauce, which is rich and tangy, and complements the pasta perfectly. Whether you're in the mood for a quick and easy dinner or want to impress your guests with a simple yet elegant dish, Pasta Al Limone is sure to satisfy your craving for Italian cuisine.

Instructions

1.	Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, until al dente.
2.	Meanwhile, in a large skillet, combine the cream and butter and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the butter is melted.
3.	Stir in the lemon zest and juice.
4.	Drain the pasta, but reserve about a cup of the pasta water.
5.	Add the pasta and 1/2 cup of the grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet.
6.	Toss to coat, adding a splash of the pasta water to thin the sauce, if necessary.
7.	Season with salt and pepper to taste and top with additional Parmesan, if desired.

PROS

This classic Italian pasta dish is creamy and flavorful, with a refreshing lemony twist.

Quick and easy to prepare, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners and last-minute entertaining.

You can customize it by adding protein like grilled chicken, shrimp or salmon.

CONS

This is a relatively heavy dish due to the addition of cream and butter, and the cheese can add extra calories.

It’s not suitable for people who are lactose intolerant, or those on a low-fat or low-carb diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its heavy ingredients, this dish does have some nutritional benefits.
Lemon juice is a good source of vitamin C and antioxidants, which are essential for good health.
Parmesan cheese is packed with protein and calcium, which are important for strong bones and muscles.