Description
A luxurious pasta dish featuring penne tossed in a creamy sauce made from melted cream cheese, accented with fresh dill, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, and capers. Topped with ribbons of smoked salmon, this dish offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
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1 lb penne pasta
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1 cup cream cheese, softened
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1 bunch fresh dill, chopped
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4 green onions, thinly sliced
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1 lemon, zest and juice
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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¼ cup capers
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8 ounces smoked salmon, cut into ribbons
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Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook until al dente, following package instructions.
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Reserve ½ cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta. Return the pasta to the pot while still steaming hot.
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Add the softened cream cheese to the hot pasta. Toss until the cream cheese melts and forms a creamy sauce.
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Stir in the chopped dill, sliced green onions, lemon zest and juice, Dijon mustard, and capers.
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Gently fold in the smoked salmon ribbons. Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
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Serve immediately, garnished with additional fresh dill or lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
For a lighter version, consider using reduced-fat cream cheese.
If you prefer a different pasta shape, bowtie or farfalle pasta works well with this sauce.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: Smoked salmon pasta, creamy pasta, dill pasta, lemon pasta, seafood pasta