Description
A rich and indulgent pasta dish featuring creamy truffle sauce and garlic, perfect for a romantic date night.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons truffle oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the truffle oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the creamy sauce until well coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, ensure the Parmesan cheese is rennet-free.
- Adjust the amount of truffle oil based on your preference for truffle flavor.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad and a glass of white wine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 100mg