Indulgent Citrus Mascarpone Parmesan Pasta

Ingredients

- 8 oz pasta of your choice
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
- Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta. Set aside.

2. Create the Citrus Cheese Sauce
- In a large sauté pan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
- Add the lemon zest and lemon juice to the melted butter, stirring gently for about 1 minute to infuse the citrus flavor.

3. Combine with Mascarpone
- Reduce the heat to low and add the mascarpone cheese to the pan. Stir until smooth and well incorporated into the citrus mixture.

4. Incorporate the Grated Cheeses
- Gradually add the Parmigiano Reggiano and Pecorino Romano to the mascarpone mixture, stirring continuously until fully melted and combined.

5. Adjust the Sauce Consistency
- Add the reserved pasta water little by little, stirring until you reach a creamy, desired consistency.

6. Add the Pasta
- Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the sauce, tossing well to ensure the pasta is evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.

7. Serve and Garnish
- Divide the pasta between four plates. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the rich and indulgent flavors.

Total Time

PT25M
25 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

mascarpone pasta, parmesan pasta, citrus pasta, lemon pasta, grated cheese, Italian dinner, easy pasta, quick dinner, creamy sauce, indulgent dish

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 1,600 calories

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