This creamy lemon saffron pasta is a skillet of pure decadence, rich and creamy with the irresistible taste of saffron. It's luscious, lemony, and will knock your socks off.
1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
3: Add the garlic and saffron and cook for 2 minutes.
4: Add the cream and simmer until slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
5: Season with salt and pepper.
6: Stir in the Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and zest.
7: Meanwhile, boil the pasta to aldente. Reserve one cup of pasta cooking water.
8: When the pasta is done, transfer to the skillet with the sauce and toss to coat.
9: Let cook for one minute and remove from heat.
10: Add the reserved cooking water if you want it looser.
11: Mix in parsley and check for seasoning.
12: Serve with additional Parmesan cheese.
