Creamy Saffron Pasta Delight

Creamy Saffron Pasta Delight

25 mins
easy
2 servings

A quick and easy saffron pasta dish, perfect for a weeknight meal. This recipe features a delicate saffron flavor, creamy texture, and a touch of Parmesan.

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Equipment Needed

  • Bowl
  • Large Pot
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 300.00 mlWater(Filtered water is recommended.)
  • 1.00 tspSalt(Kosher salt preferred.)
  • 1.00 PinchSaffron Threads(High quality saffron for best flavor.)
  • 150.00 gShort Pasta(Fusilli, penne, or farfalle work well.)
  • 40.00 gParmesan Cheese(Grated Parmesan.)
  • 30.00 mlMilk(Whole milk for richness.)

Instructions

1

Bring water and salt to a boil in a large pot.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

2

Add saffron threads and stir gently.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

3

Add pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.

Estimated time: 8 minutes

4

Drain pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

5

In a separate bowl, whisk together Parmesan cheese and milk.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

6

Add the pasta to the cheese mixture and toss to coat.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

7

If needed, add a little reserved pasta water to create a creamy sauce.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

8

Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

9

Enjoy!

Estimated time: 1 minutes

10

Optional: Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.

Estimated time: 1 minutes