Best 2 Lemon And Pea Alfredo Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our tantalizing Lemon and Pea Alfredo recipes! This collection offers a symphony of flavors that will elevate your pasta game to new heights. From the classic Lemon Alfredo, bursting with zesty citrus notes, to the vibrant Green Pea Alfredo, alive with the sweetness of fresh peas, and the luscious Creamy Lemon Pea Alfredo, a harmonious blend of both worlds, these recipes cater to every palate. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking to impress, our Lemon and Pea Alfredo creations will transform your dinner table into a restaurant-worthy experience.

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LEMON AND PEA ALFREDO



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"A creamy sauce like alfredo coats the long curlicues of this fusilli con buco," says Giada.

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound fusilli con buco or other long pasta
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 garlic clove, minced
2 1/2 cups freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano, plus more (optional) for serving
1 cup mascarpone cheese, at room temperature
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 1/2 cups frozen peas, thawed
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon pink peppercorns, ground

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until just under al dente, 10 to 11 minutes. Meanwhile, once you?ve added the pasta to the boiling water, heat a large straight-sided skillet over medium heat. Add the butter to the hot pan. When the butter is melted, add the garlic and cook, stirring often, until soft and fragrant, about 1 minute. Add 1/2 cup of water from the pasta pot and reduce the heat to low.
  • When the pasta is ready, transfer it to the pan with the sauce using tongs; reserve the pot of cooking water. Raise the heat to medium and sprinkle 1 1/2 cups of the parmigiano-reggiano onto the plain pasta. Stir with 2 wooden spoons to combine. Add the mascarpone, lemon zest and 3/4 teaspoon salt. Toss well to coat, adding additional hot pasta water as needed to thin the sauce and to finish cooking the pasta. Add the peas, lemon juice and the remaining 1 cup of parmigiano-reggiano. Toss well to combine, adding pasta water as needed to thin the sauce to your desired consistency; you will probably use close to 1 1/2 cups pasta water total. Sprinkle with the ground pink peppercorns and additional parmigiano-reggiano, if desired.

PASTA ALFREDO WITH LEMON AND ASPARAGUS



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This simple one-pot pasta features fresh asparagus and is as lovely to look at as it is delicious to eat. Serve smaller portions of this creamy pasta as a first course, or make it a luxurious main dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 35m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 large egg yolks
1 cup heavy cream
2 ounces Parmigiano-Reggiano, finely grated (1 1/4 cups), plus more for serving
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, plus more for serving (optional), and 1 tablespoon fresh juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
12 ounces linguine
1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut on the diagonal into 1-inch pieces (about 2 cups)

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk together egg yolks, cream, cheese, lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper to combine.
  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta 2 minutes less than per package instructions. Add asparagus; cook until bright green and tender, about 2 minutes more. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water; drain.
  • Return pasta and asparagus to pot along with egg mixture. Toss until well combined, adding a few tablespoons of pasta water at a time until sauce coats pasta. Add lemon juice; season to taste. Serve immediately, with more cheese, pepper, and lemon zest.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh lemons, peas, and herbs will give your Lemon and Pea Alfredo the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the peas: Peas should be cooked just until they are tender-crisp. Overcooking them will make them mushy.
  • Use a good quality Parmesan cheese: The quality of the Parmesan cheese you use will make a big difference in the flavor of your sauce. Look for a Parmesan cheese that is aged for at least 12 months.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the recipe to your taste: If you like your sauce more lemony, add more lemon zest or juice. If you like it more cheesy, add more Parmesan cheese. And if you like it more spicy, add some red pepper flakes.

Conclusion:

Lemon and Pea Alfredo is a delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken or vegetables. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy pasta dish, give Lemon and Pea Alfredo a try. You won't be disappointed!

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