Pasta con Tartufo

Pasta con Tartufo is a luxurious vegetarian dish featuring pasta dressed in a creamy truffle sauce, elevating simple ingredients to gourmet status. The earthy aroma of truffle combined with the richness of cream makes this dish a delightful indulgence perfect for any special occasion.

Ingredients

• Pasta (tagliatelle or fettuccine) - 160 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Heavy cream - 100 milliliters
• Truffle oil - 1 tablespoon
• Parmesan cheese, grated - 40 grams
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh truffle (optional) - for garnish

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
3. Pour in the heavy cream and stir well, bringing it to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for about 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
4. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, along with the reserved pasta water, truffle oil, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until well coated.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and shaved fresh truffle if available.

Nutrition

• Calories: 650
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 80 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from garlic and parsley.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, which may support heart health.

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