Ahhh, whether it’s summertime or you’re just dreaming of the season, add this taste of happiness to your lunch or dinnertime escape! Creamy Meyer Pasta will take you to your happy place with just one bite! The tangy zip of the Meyer lemons unites perfectly with the rich cream sauce covering the al dente pasta in a delightful getaway of flavor-packed goodness. Dodge reality for a bit with the unconditionally loved citrus flavor that isn’t just for tea sippin’. Creamy Meyer Pasta will give you a new lemony lease on life and will have you puckering up to this almost-summertime recipe favorite! Give it a try and bring reality and happiness back to your day!
Ingredients
- 1 (16-ounce) package whole-grain penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2/3 cup heavy cream
- 3 Meyer lemons, zested and juiced, divided
- salt, to taste
- black pepper, to taste
- 1 small bunch basil leaves, thinly sliced
Directions
Step 1 –In a large pot of salted, boiling water, cook the penne pasta to al dente, according to the package directions. Drain the pasta.
Step 2 –While the penne pasta is cooking, in a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter.
Step 3 –Add the mushrooms and the garlic to the melted butter and sauté, about 1 minute.
Step 4 –In a medium bowl, add the chicken broth and the cornstarch and mix well.
Step 5 –Add the chicken broth mixture to the mushroom mixture, bring to a boil, and cook, stirring constantly, until it thickens, about 1 minute.
Step 6 –Transfer the sauce mixture away from the heat.
Step 7 –Add the heavy cream, the lemon juice, the salt, and the black pepper to the broth mixture and mix well.
Step 8 –Add the cooked pasta and the basil to the sauce and toss to coat.
Step 9 –Plate and serve.
