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Creamy Lemon Artichoke Pasta with Burrata

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A quick and easy pasta dish featuring a creamy lemon sauce, earthy artichokes, and fresh burrata cheese, perfect for a light and refreshing summer meal.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces (225 grams) short pasta like penne or rigatoni
  • 1 can (14 ounces/400 grams) artichoke hearts, drained and roughly chopped
  • Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
  • 8 ounces (225 grams) burrata cheese, torn into chunks
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • ½ cup (50 grams) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • A handful fresh basil or parsley, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 9-11 minutes. Reserve ½ cup (120 ml) pasta water before draining.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add chopped artichoke hearts and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly golden and warmed through.
  4. Reduce heat to low. Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine. Add lemon zest and juice, stirring well. Simmer gently for 3-5 minutes until sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Add drained pasta to skillet and toss to coat. Add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time if sauce is too thick.
  6. Sprinkle grated Parmesan over pasta and toss again until cheese melts into sauce.
  7. Transfer pasta to serving plates. Tear burrata over the top and garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overcook garlic to avoid bitterness. Keep heat low when adding cream to prevent curdling. Use reserved pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Add burrata just before serving to enjoy its creamy texture. For gluten-free, substitute pasta with brown rice or chickpea pasta. Burrata can be replaced with fresh mozzarella if needed.

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