Description
Caramelized Shallot Pasta is a delightful blend of sweet, buttery shallots and creamy sauce that elevates any meal. With its rich flavors and simple preparation, this dish is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings. Tossed with al dente pasta and finished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, every bite is a warm embrace for your taste buds. Enjoy the comforting aroma and indulgent taste that makes this recipe a must-have in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
- 3 medium shallots, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Add sliced shallots and sauté until golden brown and soft (about 10-15 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and mix well, scraping any bits from the skillet. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water if necessary.
- Mix cooked pasta into the skillet with shallots and sauce. Toss well to coat, then sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg