Description
Caramelized shallot pasta is a warm and inviting dish that marries the sweet allure of caramelized shallots with perfectly cooked al dente pasta. This delightful recipe creates a beautiful balance of flavors, making it perfect for both casual weeknight dinners and special occasions. With minimal ingredients and straightforward preparation, you can craft a memorable meal that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 3 large shallots, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients; chop shallots and garlic.
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and reserve 1/2 cup of cooking water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and add shallots. Cook until golden brown (10-15 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Deglaze the pan with vegetable broth, scraping up any bits from the bottom, and simmer for about 3 minutes until thickened.
- Combine drained pasta with the shallot mixture in the skillet. If needed, gradually add reserved pasta water until creamy.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg