Description
Delight in the comfort of Truffle Pasta, a dish that wraps you in layers of luxurious flavors, reminiscent of a cozy Italian trattoria.
Ingredients
Scale
- Fettuccine or Tagliatelle pasta
- 2 tablespoons truffle oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve a cup of pasta water.
- Sauté the minced garlic in a skillet with truffle oil until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the heavy cream to the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Incorporate the Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Combine the drained pasta with the sauce, tossing to coat. Add reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
- Serve with a drizzle of truffle oil and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a dairy-free alternative. Use freshly grated cheese for the best melting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg