Recipe for Saffron Spaghetti
Saffron spaghetti is a refined and creamy first course, enhanced by the delicate flavor of spices. It's quick to prepare and ensures a tasty and sophisticated experience. Serve it hot and evenly seasoned to fully appreciate the elegance and taste of Italian cuisine.
Instructions
- Finely slice the onion.
- Melt a knob of butter in a pan and add the sliced onion. Let it brown slowly.
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti.
- Gently incorporate the saffron sachet into the melted butter with the onion.
- Add a spoonful of pasta cooking water to the butter and saffron mixture.
- Drain the spaghetti, reserving some cooking water, then transfer them to the pan with the saffron sauce.
- Toss the spaghetti in the sauce over low heat, adding cooking water if necessary.
- Serve the spaghetti hot, well-seasoned with the saffron sauce.
Notes
For a unique twist to the recipe, lightly toast some pine nuts in a non-stick pan and sprinkle them over the spaghetti before serving to add crunchiness and a toasted flavor that pairs well with saffron.