Truffle Cream Pasta Sauce
Truffle Cream Pasta Sauce is a rich and indulgent sauce made with creamy butter, heavy cream, and infused with the earthy aroma of truffle oil or truffle shavings. It's the perfect luxurious topping for pasta, offering a savory, umami-packed flavor that's both smooth and aromatic.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Whisk
- Measuring spoons
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium shallot finely minced
- 3 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons black truffle paste or truffle oil adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley optional, for garnish
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 lb 450g pasta of your choice (tagliatelle, fettuccine, or spaghetti work best)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook your choice of pasta (tagliatelle, fettuccine, or spaghetti) according to the package instructions, until al dente. Drain, reserving a little pasta water for later.
- In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced shallot and garlic. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the shallot becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant. Be careful not to brown the garlic.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes, allowing the cream to thicken slightly.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and continue stirring until it fully melts into the sauce. Add the black truffle paste or truffle oil, adjusting to your desired level of truffle flavor. Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss everything together, ensuring the pasta is evenly coated with the creamy truffle sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
- Add a sprinkle of fresh herbs, such as finely chopped thyme or parsley, for a fresh and vibrant touch. The sauce is now ready to be poured over your favorite dishes!
Notes
For an authentic truffle flavor, use high-quality truffle oil, truffle butter, or freshly shaved truffles. The aroma and taste vary significantly between synthetic and genuine truffle products.