Imagine twirling your fork into a plate of perfectly coated pasta, where every bite promises a luxurious dance of rich butter, aromatic white wine, and velvety cream. This Buttery White Wine Pasta Sauce isn't just a recipe—it's a gourmet experience that transforms ordinary weeknight dinners into restaurant-worthy masterpieces. In just 20 magical minutes, you'll create a sauce so irresistibly smooth and flavorful, your taste buds will think they've been transported to the rolling hills of Italy.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup white wine
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lb pasta
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Prepare the pasta according to package instructions, cooking until al dente.
- While the pasta water is heating, mince the garlic cloves finely, ensuring they are uniform in size for even flavor distribution.
- In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat, watching carefully to prevent burning. Allow the butter to become slightly golden and develop a nutty aroma.
- Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for 30-45 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent browning. The garlic should become fragrant but not golden.
- Pour the white wine into the skillet, increasing the heat to medium-high. Allow the wine to simmer and reduce by approximately half, which concentrates the flavors.
- Reduce the heat to low and slowly stir in the heavy cream, creating a smooth and silky sauce. Whisk continuously to prevent separation.
- Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper, tasting and adjusting the seasoning as needed.
- Drain the cooked pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water in case you need to adjust the sauce consistency.
- Add the cooked pasta directly to the skillet with the sauce, tossing gently to coat each strand evenly. If the sauce seems too thick, add a small amount of reserved pasta water.
- Serve immediately in warmed pasta bowls, garnishing with additional freshly ground black pepper or optional herbs like chopped parsley if desired.
Tips
- • Always use high-quality white wine you'd actually enjoy drinking—the flavor concentrates in the sauce. • Melt butter slowly to achieve a golden, nutty flavor without burning. • Sauté garlic briefly to release its aroma without turning bitter. • Reserve pasta water before draining; it's liquid gold for adjusting sauce consistency. • Toss pasta in the sauce immediately after cooking to help it absorb maximum flavor. • Serve in warmed bowls to keep the sauce temperature perfect. • For an extra touch of elegance, garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or basil.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 550kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 22g
Cholesterol: 110mg
