Best 6 Creamy Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey that tantalizes your taste buds and elevates your cooking skills with the ultimate guide to preparing a creamy lemon garlic butter sauce. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, this article will provide you with the knowledge and step-by-step instructions to create a luscious and flavorful sauce that will transform ordinary dishes into extraordinary meals. Embark on this culinary adventure and discover the art of crafting this versatile sauce, perfect for enhancing pasta, seafood, poultry, and vegetables.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMON AND GARLIC BUTTER SAUCE



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Lemon and Garlic Butter Sauce. This is delicious served with seafood, fish, chicken or pork. Very easy and quick to make too!

Provided by Lovefoodies

Categories     International Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup or 110 ml dry white wine
1/4 cup or 55 ml heavy or double cream
2 Tablespoons butter, chilled
1 lemon, juice only
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 Tablespoon chopped fresh dill, or dry
Salt and white pepper to taste
1/4 cup Finely chopped shallots

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, add a small drop of olive oil and the minced garlic (and shallots if using). Cook on a low heat until soft. Then add the white wine, increase the heat to medium and let it cook for about 4 minutes until reduced by approximately 1/3 .
  • Remove the pan from the heat and add the butter, stir to combine, then add the cream. Return the pan to the heat and stir until it begins to bubble. Remove from heat and add the lemon juice and dill. Stir, taste the sauce and add salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 21 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 7 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 132 milligrams sodium, Sugar 1 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams unsaturated fat

LEMON-GARLIC CREAM FETTUCCINE



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I've been making this lemony pasta for the family for years. It's both simple and indulgent enough to make it a go-to recipe. -Anne Miller, Glenfield, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
2 garlic cloves, minced
8 ounces uncooked fettuccine
SAUCE:
1/4 cup butter
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix lemon zest, parsley and garlic. Cook fettuccine according to package directions; drain., For sauce, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add garlic and lemon zest; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in cream, salt and pepper. Whisk in cream cheese until melted. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Stir in lemon juice. , Add pasta, tomatoes and parsley to skillet; toss to combine. Serve immediately with lemon zest mixture and, if desired, Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518 calories, Fat 34g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 346mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

GEEZ THAT'S GOOD ! LEMON GARLIC CREAM SAUCE FOR PASTA



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So good it should be illegal! You can tweak this one to your own preferences...but it's great just as it is! And from start to finish, you are done in less than 30 minutes. Eat your heart out Rachael Ray!

Provided by Lisa Gay

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups cream (don't sub half and half)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 lemon, zest of, grated
1 lemon, juice of
1 dash garlic powder (to taste)
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (or you can use 1/2 parmesan, 1/2 asiago)

Steps:

  • Heat cream in skillet until just about to boil. Add zest and juice of one lemon. It will immediately start to thicken.
  • Turn heat down to low. Add garlic powder and salt. Stir for 1 minute.
  • Add cheese and stir until melted.
  • Serve over your favorite pasta. We like angel hair cause it's done at about the same time your sauce gets finished.
  • I often add cooked shrimp or meatballs (the Italian baked ones from this site are excellent). But bacon or sausage is also good.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.9, Fat 31.3, SaturatedFat 19.5, Cholesterol 110.5, Sodium 367.2, Carbohydrate 4.1, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.5, Protein 6.8

CREAMY GARLIC BUTTER SAUCE



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This garlic and butter cream sauce is restaurant worthy and is ready in 10 minutes! Serve over your favorite pasta.

Provided by Dan

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Creamy

Time 15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

⅓ cup butter
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup whole milk
1 pinch dried oregano
1 pinch dried basil
1 pinch dried parsley

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Whisk in flour and stir until combined and the flour loses its raw smell, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk, oregano, basil, and parsley, and bring to a simmer, 3 to 5 minutes. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until thick, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.3 g, Cholesterol 93.5 mg, Fat 34.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 21.7 g, Sodium 269.8 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

CREAMY LEMON BUTTER SAUCE FOR FISH AND SEAFOOD



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This sauce is quick and easy to make. It makes a delicious sauce that would dress up any fish dish. I like this with poached salmon.

Provided by MARIA MAC

Categories     Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup white wine
1 shallot, minced
1 cup butter, cut into pieces
1/2 cup whipping cream
1 lemon, juice of

Steps:

  • In small saucepan, heat wine and shallot. Bring to a boil and reduce over medium-high heat until only 2 tablespoons of liquid remain.
  • Reduce heat to low and whisk in butter, a few pieces at a time, until sauce is smooth and all the butter is incorporated.
  • Whisk in cream and lemon juice. Keep warm in the top of a double boiler set over hot water until serving time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2159.5, Fat 228.3, SaturatedFat 144, Cholesterol 651.1, Sodium 1674.8, Carbohydrate 13.2, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 2.6, Protein 5.1

GARLIC LEMON BUTTER SAUCE



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My Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce recipe is an easy way to make any meal gourmet. It's ready in just 10 minutes using 5 simple ingredients plus salt and pepper.

Provided by Isabel Laessig

Categories     Sauce

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lemon
8 Tablespoons butter (divided into 4 tablespoons and 2 tablespoons)
1 Tablespoon garlic (minced)
1 cup white wine (or chicken broth)
1/2 cup heavy cream (or half & half)
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and add minced garlic.
  • Cook garlic down for 2-3 minutes, then squeeze in lemon juice.
  • Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes, before adding white wine. Stir.
  • Simmer down for 2-3 minutes, then add in remaining butter and season with salt and pepper.
  • Slowly stir in the heavy cream, and mix well. Serve, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 47 g, SaturatedFat 30 g, Cholesterol 136 mg, Sodium 336 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. This recipe is especially dependent on the quality of the lemons and garlic.
  • Don't brown the garlic. If the garlic gets too brown, it will taste bitter.
  • Use a good quality white wine. A dry white wine will work best, such as a Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.
  • Don't overcook the sauce. The sauce should be cooked just until it thickens slightly.
  • Serve the sauce immediately. This sauce is best when served fresh.

Conclusion:

This creamy lemon garlic butter sauce is a quick and easy way to add flavor to your favorite dishes. It can be used as a dipping sauce, a pasta sauce, or a marinade. It's also a great way to use up any leftover lemons or garlic. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy way to add some flavor to your meal, give this creamy lemon garlic butter sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!

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