Save to Pinterest Experience the ultimate in Italian luxury with this Truffle-Infused Egg Pasta. This dish features fresh, handmade egg pasta delicately scented with earthy truffle oil and tossed in a silky butter sauce. Finished with a generous dusting of freshly grated Parmesan, it is an elegant and aromatic main course that brings a gourmet touch to your home kitchen.
Save to Pinterest Making pasta from scratch is a labor of love that transforms simple ingredients—flour, eggs, and oil—into something spectacular. By incorporating truffle oil directly into the dough and finishing the dish with even more, you create layers of flavor that are truly unforgettable.
Ingredients
- Pasta Dough
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon truffle oil
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- Sauce & Finish
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons truffle oil, for finishing
- 1/2 cup (50 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- Step 1
- On a clean work surface, mound the flour and make a well in the center. Add eggs, olive oil, truffle oil, and salt to the well.
- Step 2
- Using a fork, gently beat the eggs and gradually incorporate the flour until a shaggy dough forms.
- Step 3
- Knead the dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Wrap in plastic and let rest for 20 minutes at room temperature.
- Step 4
- Divide the dough into 2 portions. Roll each portion through a pasta machine or with a rolling pin until thin (about 1–2 mm thick). Cut into tagliatelle or fettuccine.
- Step 5
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook for 2–3 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water; drain pasta.
- Step 6
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add cooked pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water; toss to coat. Remove from heat.
- Step 7
- Drizzle with truffle oil, sprinkle with Parmesan, and toss gently. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Step 8
- Serve immediately, topped with extra Parmesan and a light drizzle of truffle oil if desired.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
For best results, use high-quality truffle oil to ensure a potent and clean aroma. When kneading the dough, if it feels too dry, add a teaspoon of water; if it is too sticky, add a little more flour until the consistency is smooth and elastic.
Varianten und Anpassungen
For enhanced flavor, you can add a few sautéed wild mushrooms to the butter sauce before tossing in the pasta. If you prefer a sharper taste, substitute Pecorino Romano for the Parmesan cheese.
Serviervorschläge
This dish is best served immediately while the butter sauce is silky and hot. It pairs beautifully with a crisp Chardonnay or a dry sparkling wine to balance the richness of the truffle and egg.
Save to Pinterest With its intoxicating aroma and rich, buttery finish, this truffle-infused egg pasta is a testament to the beauty of simple, high-quality ingredients. Whether for a special dinner or a weekend treat, it is a dish that truly satisfies the senses.
Recipe Help Center
- → What type of flour is best for the pasta dough?
All-purpose flour works well to create the right dough elasticity and texture for fresh egg pasta.
- → How should I roll the pasta dough for best results?
Roll the dough thinly—about 1–2 mm thick—using a pasta machine or rolling pin to achieve tender, delicate strands.
- → Can the truffle oil be substituted or omitted?
While the truffle oil imparts signature earthy aroma, a high-quality extra-virgin olive oil can be used though it changes the flavor profile.
- → How is the pasta cooked to ensure the right texture?
Cook pasta in boiling salted water for 2–3 minutes until al dente, preserving a tender bite without overcooking.
- → What finishing touches enhance the dish's flavor?
Melting butter into the pasta and adding extra Parmesan and a light drizzle of truffle oil elevate richness and aroma.
- → Are there suggested pairings to complement the dish?
This pasta pairs beautifully with crisp Chardonnay or a dry sparkling wine to balance its richness.