Browned Butter Lemon Dill Pasta
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Browned Butter Lemon Dill Pasta, a perfect balance of rich and refreshing tastes that elevates any dining experience. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a sophisticated dish, ideal for both casual weeknight meals and elegant gatherings. With just five key components, you can create a creamy pasta coated in aromatic browned butter, brightened by zesty lemon and fragrant dill. Whether served as a main course or paired with grilled proteins, this dish is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pasta (bucatini or rigatoni)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 medium lemon (zest and juice)
- 3 tablespoons minced fresh dill
- Kosher salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve 2 cups of cooking water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of butter until golden brown (3-5 minutes).
- Add 1 cup of reserved pasta water to the skillet and simmer. Gradually stir in remaining butter until creamy.
- Combine drained pasta, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and zest; cook while stirring until sauce thickens (3-5 minutes).
- Stir in minced dill and season with salt and pepper. Serve warm topped with additional Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 220g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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