Creamy Caesar Pasta

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Description

A creamy and comforting Caesar Pasta recipe with all the flavors of the classic salad! Made from tender pasta tossed in a flavorful parmesan and lemon sauce with garlic and anchovies, topped with crispy garlic breadcrumbs.

Ingredients

4 tablespoons salted butter
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 pound bucatini or spaghetti
4 ounces parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (1 – 2 lemons)
3 tablespoons dijon mustard
1 large egg
2 tablespoons olive oil
5 cloves garlic, minced
2 ounces anchovies, drained and minced (*see note)
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon fresh black pepper
Optional garnish – fresh chopped parsley and more Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

Prep breadcrumbs: In a small skillet heat the butter on medium heat. Add in the breadcrumbs and garlic powder and cook until lightly golden, stirring sometimes. Set aside.
Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package directions. Reserve 1 1/2 cups of pasta water.
Make the Caesar sauce: Whisk together parmesan cheese, lemon juice, dijon mustard, and egg. Set aside.
Add oil to a large skillet on medium heat. Add in the garlic, anchovies, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant. Add in the reserved dijon mixture and cook for 1 more minute. Whisk in 1 cup of the reserved pasta water and cook until thickened, 1 – 2 minutes.
Assemble: Add pasta to the skillet and coat with sauce, adding more pasta water to accomplish a creamy sauce, if necessary. Top with breadcrumbs and fresh parsley, and more parmesan cheese. Serve instantly.