GOLDEN SWIRL TRUFFLE PASTA
If you’re looking to indulge in a truly luxurious dish, this Golden Swirl Pasta with Truffle Sauce is a showstopper. A harmonious blend of creamy truffle sauce, vibrant golden pasta, and rich, earthy flavors makes it perfect for special occasions—or any time you want to treat yourself to something extraordinary.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE
- Decadent Flavors: The truffle sauce delivers an irresistible umami punch.
- Vibrant Presentation: A golden hue from saffron or turmeric gives this dish a stunning, eye-catching look.
- Simple Elegance: It feels like fine dining but is surprisingly easy to make.
INGREDIENTS YOU WILL NEED:
- Spaghetti Pasta: The perfect base for this dish, spaghetti’s long, thin strands hold the creamy truffle sauce beautifully, ensuring every bite is indulgently coated. Feel free to use other long pasta like fettuccine or tagliatelle if you prefer.
- Unsalted Butter: Adds a rich, silky foundation to the sauce while allowing you to control the salt levels for perfect seasoning.
- Garlic: A touch of minced garlic brings a gentle, aromatic depth to the sauce, complementing the earthy truffle flavor without overpowering it.
- Heavy Cream: The backbone of the sauce, heavy cream gives it that irresistibly velvety texture and luxurious mouthfeel.
- Truffle Oil: This is the star of the dish, lending its signature earthy, umami-packed aroma to the sauce. Use a high-quality truffle oil for the best flavor impact.
- Turmeric: Adds the dish’s stunning golden color with its warm, earthy notes. A little goes a long way, ensuring it enhances without overshadowing the other flavors.
- Parmesan Cheese: Freshly grated Parmesan melts seamlessly into the sauce, adding a nutty, salty edge that balances the creaminess perfectly.
- Burrata Cheese:The ultimate indulgent topping, burrata adds a creamy, buttery center that bursts open over the pasta, making every forkful even more luxurious.
TIPS FOR THE BEST RESULTS:
- Use high-quality truffle oil or fresh truffles for authentic flavor.
- Cook pasta just until al dente to maintain texture.Reserve pasta water—it’s a secret weapon for perfect sauce consistency.
- Avoid overpowering flavors like garlic or strong cheeses that mask the delicate truffle aroma.
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GOLDEN SWIRL TRUFFLE PASTA
If you’re looking to indulge in a truly luxurious dish, this Golden Swirl Pasta with Truffle Sauce is a showstopper.
Ingredients
- 250 g spaghetti
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp truffle oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 burrata cheese ball
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the turmeric and then add the pasta in. You can add saffron instead of turmeric to avoid the taste.
- Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set the pasta aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Be careful not to brown the garlic to avoid bitterness.
- Stir in the heavy cream, truffle oil, salt and pepper.
- Let the sauce simmer gently for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Gradually add freshly grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce, stirring constantly until fully melted and smooth.
- If the sauce becomes too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to achieve your desired consistency.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the sauce.
- Toss until the pasta is evenly coated with the creamy truffle sauce.
- Top each serving with a generous piece of burrata cheese
- Serve while warm!