Leek Alfredo Penne Pasta

Ingredients:

• 12 oz penne pasta

• 2 tbsp butter

• 2 leeks, thinly sliced (white + light green parts only)

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup heavy cream

• ¾ cup grated Parmesan

• Salt & black pepper to taste

• Lemon zest, for garnish

Steps:

1. Cook penne in salted water until al dente; reserve ½ cup pasta water.

2. In a skillet, melt butter and sauté leeks 5–7 min until soft. Add garlic.

3. Pour in cream; simmer gently 3–4 min.

4. Stir in Parmesan and loosen with pasta water as needed.

5. Toss pasta with sauce. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon zest.