Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this white wine pasta sauce, a delightful blend of creamy textures and aromatic notes that elevate any pasta dish. Perfect for romantic dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and will transport you straight to an Italian villa with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or linguine
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 cup dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil or parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook your pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Lower the heat, stir in heavy cream, and let bubble gently for another 3 minutes until thickened.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper; adjust seasoning as needed.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce until well coated, then serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 70mg