Spaghetti cremosi all'aglio e burro

Ingredienti

• 8 ounces spaghetti
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup butter (unsalted)
• 1 medium onion (chopped)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• salt and pepper (to taste)
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1/2 cup white wine (such as Sauvignon blanc)
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Preparazione

1. 1

   Cook the pasta.: Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water and drain.

2. 2

   Cook the aromatics.: In a large skillet add the olive oil and butter and melt over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until onion is softened. Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until aromatic.

3. 3

   Add in spices.: Season with salt, pepper and Italian seasoning.

4. 4

   Add the liquids.: Stir in the white wine and simmer for about 3 minutes. Add the heavy cream and bring to a boil. Add the reserved ½ cup of pasta water and stir. Simmer for another 5 minutes until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat.

5. 5

   Finish the sauce and toss pasta.: Stir in the parmesan cheese into the sauce. Add the cooked pasta and toss it well.

6. 6

   Garnish.: Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes.