Saffron Lemon Tagliatelle

Name: Saffron Lemon Tagliatelle
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 oz tagliatelle; 3 tbsp olive oil; 4 cloves, minced garlic; 1/4 tsp saffron threads; 1/2 cup heavy cream; zest and juice of 1 lemon; 1/4 cup, chopped parsley; 1/4 cup, grated Parmesan cheese; to taste salt; to taste pepper

Tender tagliatelle tossed in a fragrant saffron-infused lemon cream sauce with fresh herbs and a hint of garlic.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

12 oz tagliatelle
3 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves, minced garlic
1/4 tsp saffron threads
1/2 cup heavy cream
zest and juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup, chopped parsley
1/4 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
to taste salt
to taste pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz tagliatelle and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add 1/4 tsp saffron threads to the skillet and stir for 30 seconds, then pour in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water. Simmer for 2 minutes until thickened.
Step 4: Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, 1/4 cup chopped parsley, and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan. Add the drained tagliatelle and toss for 1-2 minutes until coated. Add more reserved pasta water if needed to achieve a glossy consistency.
Step 5: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately while hot.