Luxurious Italian Truffle and Parmesan Linguine

Ingredients

• 12 ounces linguine
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons truffle oil
• 1 tablespoon butter, unsalted
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Method

1. 01
   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
2. 02
   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
3. 03
   Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Allow it to reduce slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
4. 04
   Reduce the heat to low and add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
5. 05
   Add the truffle oil and butter to the sauce, stirring until the butter is fully melted and incorporated.
6. 06
   Add the cooked linguine to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta in the creamy sauce. If needed, add reserved pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, to achieve your desired consistency.
7. 07
   Season with freshly cracked black pepper and salt to taste. Mix in the chopped fresh parsley.
8. 08
   Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of truffle oil for extra indulgence.