White Truffle Alfredo
White Truffle Alfredo is a luxurious, creamy pasta dish that elevates your dining experience with its rich flavors and indulgent aroma.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp white truffle oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water; drain the rest.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently while stirring frequently until thickened.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Fold cooked fettuccine into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- Drizzle with white truffle oil, toss lightly, and serve garnished with parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating sautéed mushrooms or spinach. - Swap out fettuccine for penne or gluten-free pasta to meet dietary preferences. - Experiment with different cheeses like Gruyère for a unique twist.