Truffle Alfredo Heart-Shaped Pasta

This Truffle Alfredo Heart-Shaped Pasta is a decadent and creamy dish that’s perfect for date night or any special occasion. Featuring a buttery garlic Alfredo base enhanced with truffle oil, this rich sauce clings perfectly to your favorite pasta shape—heart-shaped if you're feeling festive. Parmesan and mozzarella add bold cheesiness, while a splash of pasta water helps emulsify it all into silky perfection. Topped with extra cheese and a drizzle of truffle oil, this dish is guaranteed to impress.

Author: These Carbs Don't Count

Category: Pasta

Cuisine: Italian

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 2 plates

Calories: 1,237 kcal per serving

Ingredients

½ pound - pasta
3 tablespoon - butter
⅛ Dash - olive oil
3 cloves - garlic
1 ½ cup - heavy cream
⅛ - Salt
⅛ - Black pepper
½ teaspoon - garlic powder
½ teaspoon - onion powder
½ teaspoon - dried parsley
1 tablespoon - truffle oil
½ cup - Parmesan cheese
½ cup - mozzarella cheese
⅛ - Reserved pasta water

Instructions

Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water and drain the rest.
In a pan over medium heat, melt butter with a dash of olive oil.
Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and parsley.
Add truffle oil and stir to combine.
Mix in Parmesan and mozzarella cheese. Stir until melted and smooth.
Add cooked pasta and a splash of pasta water. Toss to coat evenly.
Simmer for a few minutes until sauce thickens. Top with more Parmesan before serving.