Golden Saffron Pasta
A dreamy golden pasta kissed with saffron, cream, and love. Perfect for golden hour dinners and fairytale hearts.
Equipment
- Saucepan/Pot
- Colander
Ingredients
- 8 oz angel hair or pasta of choice
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1/4 cup cooking wine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsps saffron threads
- 1/4 cup hot water
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- Cracked black pepper to taste
- Salt to taste
- ½ cup grated parmesan or pecorino romano
- Saffron for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water, then drain.
- In a small bowl, steep the saffron threads in 1/4 cup of warm water for about 10 minutes.
- In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Add the cooking wine and let simmer for a couple minutes, to cook out the alcohol.
- Pour in the cream and the saffron water (with threads). Add seasonings. Stir and simmer for 5–7 minutes, allowing flavors to infuse.
- Add salt, pepper, and cheese. Stir until smooth and creamy and slightly thickened.
- Toss in the cooked pasta, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
- Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Serve warm with a sprinkle of fresh herbs, more saffron or extra parmesan.
Notes
Cream Substitution: Try full-fat coconut milk for a dairy-free twist.
Tangled Moment: Make this on a cozy night with floating candles and your favorite Tangled soundtrack in the background.
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