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Lemon Caper Pasta

Lemon Caper Pasta

Lemon Caper Pasta is a creamy and bright dish that can be made in just 20 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 8 people
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Medium pan

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoon Butter
  • 2.5 tablespoon Flour
  • 2 whole Lemons (zest & juice)
  • 2 oz Capers Reserve juice for later
  • 1 box Pasta
  • 1.5 cup Milk Whole preferred

Instructions
 

  • In a pot cook the pasta as per instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • In another medium pan on medium-low heat melt the butter and add capers. Reserve the juice for later. Cook for 5 minutes crushing some of the capers.
  • Add flour so it creates a paste and cook, stirring constantly. The paste will begin to bubble, but don't let it brown or burn – about 3 minutes.
  • Add milk, caper juice, and lemon juice + zest, whisking to combine the roux. Cook until reduced and thick – 5-7 minutes.
  • Add cooked pasta, stir, and enjoy.

Notes

Capers are extremely salty. Add salt sparingly if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Caper, Creamy, easy, lemon, Pasta, quick
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