This luxurious and indulgent Truffle Oil Pasta dish is one that is perfect for special occasions or for when you’re looking to treat yourself to something extra delicious.
About the Recipe
If you love truffles, you're in for a treat! In this recipe, you will toss the pasta with truffle oil before serving it, which gives it a rich, earthy, and slightly nutty flavor with a delicate truffle aroma.
This pasta dish is very flavorful and is perfect as a main dish or served alongside chicken or shrimp. Along with the truffle oil, this dish is flavored with shallots, cracked black pepper and parmesan cheese. You are going to love it!
If you are looking for more delicious pasta recipes, check out our: Lemon Orzo Salad, Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese, Garlic Parmesan Pasta with Chicken, or our Shrimp Luciano.
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Why You'll Love this Recipe
- It is simple - This recipe is easy and you can get it on the table in just minutes. While the pasta is cooking, you will have time to make the sauce which will be ready for the cooked pasta just in time. Give it a generous sprinkle of parmesan and a drizzle of the truffle oil and you are ready to go!
- It is delicious- Truffle oil has a very unique flavor that pairs perfectly with the shallots and parmesan in this dish. This lends an earthy and slightly nutty flavor that you are going to love!
- It is approachable - Any home cook will find that this recipe is quick and easy to make with just a few simple ingredients and no special equipment. It is a perfect option for busy weeknights or when your cooking time is limited.
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you will need for this creamy pasta recipe:
- Pasta - Use one pound of your favorite pasta shape for this.
- Olive oil - A high quality olive oil is always going to have the best flavor.
- Shallot - Use one minced shallot.
- Salt
- Cracked pepper - Use coarse cracked pepper for the best flavor.
- White wine - A dry white wine, like chardonnay is best.
- Heavy cream
- Truffle oil - White truffle oil will give you a more subtle truffle flavor while black truffle oil is going to be more bold.
- Parmesan - Use grated fresh parmesan cheese.
Directions
Let's make this creamy truffle pasta recipe together!
Step 1
In a large pot of salted water, cook the pasta until al dente, reserving 1 cup of the cooking water before draining.
Step 2
While the pasta is cooking, heat a large deep pan over medium heat. Add the olive oil, shallot, salt and pepper and cook for 5 minutes or until the shallot is cooked.
Step 3
Add the white wine to the pan and stir well. Reduce the heat to low before adding the cream. Stir to combine. Add the drained pasta to the pan, tossing well with the sauce. Add the pasta water by the tablespoonfuls until the sauce is silky. Remove the pan from the heat.
Step 4
Add the truffle oil and toss well. Top with the parmesan cheese and serve.
Expert Tips and Tricks
Here are some expert tips to make this pasta dish:
- Season to Taste - Taste the pasta after tossing it with truffle oil and adjust the seasoning as needed. Truffle oil is the star, so don’t be afraid to adjust by adding a bit more!
- Garnish - Add a little color by garnishing with fresh herbs, an extra sprinkle of the cracked pepper and more parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately - Serve this right after the pasta has been tossed with truffle oil before the dish begins to cool and flavors begin to fade.
Kitchen Equipment
Here is some kitchen equipment you will need for this recipe. You can find all of these products on Amazon.
- Large Pan - You'll want a high quality large skillet with enough room to make the sauce and add the pasta.
- Pasta Bowl - I love serving pasta in good quality pasta bowls. They're perfect for a variety of dishes, so they're super versatile!
- Pasta - The pasta shape in these photos is called Mafaldine. I always get a ton of questions about it! I buy this brand - I have it at my local Italian grocery store, but it's sold on Amazon as well.
Recipe Substitutions/Variations
Here are some common recipe substitutions and variations for this easy recipe.
- Substitutions: Use an equal amount of chicken broth or vegetable broth in place of the white wine.
- Additions: Add cooked chicken or shrimp for some protein. Wild mushrooms would also be delicious in this recipe!
- Toppings: Garnish with fresh parsley or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
- Truffles: You can absolutely use fresh truffles in place of the truffle oil. Real truffles give the best possible truffle flavor, but they are expensive! If you can find them, you can use white truffles or black truffles. Use just a touch of truffle oil in the cream sauce and top with fresh truffles for a luxurious dish!
What To Serve With
Here are some recipes that would be great to serve alongside this delicious recipe:
Frequently Asked Questions
Truffle oil is a flavored oil that is used to add the distinct, earthy flavor of truffles to a variety of dishes. It is often used as a finishing oil for dishes like pasta, risotto, soup, or steak. It is important to note that just a few drops of truffle oil can go a long way!
White truffle oil is going to be more mild while the black truffle oil will have a bit of a stronger flavor. It’s really your preference because either will work!
You can substitute chicken broth or vegetable broth for the white wine. This will not provide the same tanginess, so you could also add just a splash of vinegar, if desired.
Recipe Storage and Reheating
Here are storage and reheating instructions for this recipe.
- Refrigerator Storage: Store in an airtight container and eat leftovers within 4-5 days.
- Freezer Storage: Freeze in a freezer-safe, airtight container and keep for up to 3 months. When you're ready to use, thaw in the refrigerator and reheat as instructed below.
- Reheating Instructions: The best way to reheat this recipe is to heat in a skillet with a little olive oil over low heat until warm.
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Truffle Oil Pasta
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Large Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 lb pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 shallot minced
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- ½ cup white wine
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons truffle oil
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
- While pasta is cooking, heat a large deep pan over medium heat. Add olive oil, shallot, salt, and pepper. Cook 5 minutes, until shallot is cooked.
- Add white wine to the pan and stir. Reduce heat to low and add cream. Stir to combine, then add pasta to the pan.
- Toss pasta and sauce well. Add 1 tbsp pasta water as needed until sauce is silky.
- Remove pan from heat. Add truffle oil and toss well. Top with parmesan cheese and serve.
Notes
Tips and Tricks
- Season to Taste - Taste the pasta after tossing it with truffle oil and adjust the seasoning as needed. Truffle oil is the star, so don’t be afraid to adjust by adding a bit more!
- Garnish - Add a little color by garnishing with fresh herbs, an extra sprinkle of the cracked pepper and more parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately - Serve this right after the pasta has been tossed with truffle oil before the dish begins to cool and flavors begin to fade.
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