Description
Elevate your meals with this quick and versatile Lemon Cream Sauce! Combining tangy citrus and rich cream, it pairs perfectly with pasta, fish, chicken, or vegetables. Ready in just 20 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1 tbsp fresh parsley or thyme, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Mince garlic, zest and juice the lemon, and grate Parmesan cheese.
- Cook Garlic: Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, ensuring it doesn’t brown.
- Add Cream: Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Incorporate Lemon: Add lemon juice and zest. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes, adjusting juice for desired tanginess.
- Melt Parmesan: Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Season: Add salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as desired.
- Optional Herbs: Stir in parsley or thyme for extra freshness.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately over pasta, chicken, fish, or vegetables.
Notes
- Thickening Tip: To thicken, simmer longer or add a cornstarch slurry.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of cream.
- Customizations: Add red pepper flakes for heat or infuse with thyme/rosemary for herbal notes.
- Dietary Alternatives: Use plant-based butter, coconut cream, and vegan cheese for a dairy-free version.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: sauces
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: international
Keywords: Lemon Cream Sauce Recipe Easy Sauce for Pasta Creamy Lemon Sauce for Fish Versatile Sauce for Chicken Quick Dinner Sauce