Lemon Garlic Cream Fettuccine

By á-178825

4 servings. 4 1/2 stars.

Ingredients

• 3 t grated lemon peel
• 2 t minced fresh parsley
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 8 ozs uncooked fettuccine
• SAUCE
• 1/4 c butter
• 1 sm onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 t grated lemon peel
• 1/2 c heavy whipping cream
• 1/4 t salt
• 1/8 t pepper
• 4 ozs cream cheese, cubed
• 2 T lemon juice
• 2 plum tomatoes, chopped
• 2 t minced fresh parsley
• Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Preparation

Step 1

In sm bowl mix lemon peel, parsley & garlic. Cook fettuccine according to pkg directions; drain.

For sauce, in lg skillet heat butter over med high heat. Add onion; cook & stir 2-3 min until tender. Add garlic & lemon peel; cook 1 min longer. Stir in cream, salt & pepper. Whisk in cream cheese until melted. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Stir in lemon juice.

Add pasta, tomatoes & parsley to skillet; toss to combine. Serve immediately with lemon peel mixture & parmesan cheese if desired.