Trofie with Basil Cream Sauce - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0g
Carbs
0g
Fat
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 3 cups fresh basil leaves, plus 1 sprig, for garnish
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper
- 8 ounces fresh or dried trofie pasta
Instructions
- Special equipment: Blender
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
- Heat a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and olive oil and let the butter melt. Add half of the basil and let cook until wilted, 1 minute; add the cream and season with salt and pepper. Turn the heat to medium low and simmer gently to reduce and thicken, about 5 minutes.
- Generously salt the boiling water. Add the pasta and stir. If using fresh trofie, cook until al dente, 3 to 4 minutes. If using dried trofie, cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually 8 to 10 minutes.
- Pour the basil and cream mixture into a blender and add the remaining basil. Cover, making sure to vent the top and cover with a kitchen towel. Puree until smooth, about 30 seconds. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Drain the pasta and return it to the pot. Add half of the basil cream sauce and mix. Transfer to a serving bowl and pour over the remaining sauce. Garnish with the basil sprig and serve immediately.
- NotesWhen blending hot liquids, first let cool for 5 minutes or so, then transfer to a blender, filling only halfway. Put the lid on, leaving one corner open; this will prevent the vacuum effect that creates heat explosions. Cover the lid with a kitchen towel to catch splatters and pulse until smooth.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Basil.
Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
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