Creating your Creamy Roast Garlic and Lemon Pasta Sauce is straightforward with these simple steps:

1. Roast the Garlic: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap the garlic bulb in aluminum foil and roast for about 30-35 minutes, or until golden and soft. Allow it to cool, then squeeze the cloves into a bowl.

2. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.

3. Prepare the Sauce: In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the roasted garlic and mash it into a paste using a fork. Cook for about 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

4. Add Cream: Pour in the heavy cream, stirring until well combined. Let the mixture heat through for about 3-4 minutes, not allowing it to boil.

5. Include Lemon: Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest. Season with salt and black pepper. Continue to cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to develop.

6. Mix in Parmesan: Gradually fold in the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until melted and incorporated into the sauce.

7. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing well to coat each piece. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until reaching your desired consistency.

8. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

These steps will help you create an incredible creamy sauce that you’ll want to make again and again.