Massa cremosa com pistache

Ingredientes

• 12 oz (350g) pasta (I used tagliatelle)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 onion (chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (chopped)
• 1/3 cup (40g) shelled unsalted pistachios ((shelled, unsalted) plus 2 tbsp to serve)
• 1 cup (200ml) heavy cream (double cream)
• Salt and pepper

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   Pasta: Cook the pasta according to packet instructions.

2. 2

   Sauté: Meanwhile, in a large sauté pan over a medium heat, fry the onion in the oil and butter until soft, but not brown. Add the garlic and the pistachios and fry for 2 minutes or until fragrant.

3. 3

   Process: Transfer to a food processor and blitz until crumbly.

4. 4

   Heat: Return the mixture to the pan and add the cream, salt and pepper. Heat through and add the cooked drained pasta. Gently mix then transfer to serving plates.

5. 5

   Serve: Lightly crush the remaining pistachios and serve on top of the pasta.