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Lemon Cream Sauce over Spaghetti Squash

This sauce is similar to an Alfredo sauce with a bright lemon twist. Don’t forget the tarragon; it compliments the lemon and the combo is perfect for spaghetti squash.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 41 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup whole wheat flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon tarragon
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1/2 cup parmesan
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Melt the butter in a large skillet. Add flour and mix until a paste forms.
  • Add milk, garlic salt and tarragon, stir until smooth, and continue to heat to a boil.
  • Once it starts to boil, turn down the heat to low. Add lemon juice, zest, and parmesan cheese and keep warm until ready to use.
  • Serve over roasted spaghetti squash (see roasted spaghetti squash recipe for details)