Description
This vibrant Orange Primavera Pasta combines the zesty brightness of fresh orange peel with a rich, creamy sauce made from eggs, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Linguine pasta is cooked al dente and tossed with a luscious mixture of sautéed orange strips in butter, creating a delightful harmony of citrus and creamy textures. Fresh parsley adds a hint of herbaceous freshness, making this dish both refreshing and comforting for any meal occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Produce
- 1 Orange
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley
Dairy
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2/3 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 2 Eggs
Pasta & Grains
- 180 grams Linguine
Pantry
- 2 teaspoons Salt (divided)
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Orange Peel: Start by cutting off the skin of the orange, removing the white pith thoroughly, and then slicing the peel into thin strips for sautéing.
- Sauté the Orange Peel: Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat, then add the orange peel strips and sauté them gently for a few minutes until they turn slightly crunchy and release their citrus aroma.
- Cook the Linguine: Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add 1 teaspoon of salt, then add the linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Make the Creamy Egg Sauce: While the pasta is cooking, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, remaining salt, and ground black pepper in a bowl until smooth and combined.
- Drain and Reserve Pasta Water: Drain the cooked linguine, reserving some of the pasta water in case it’s needed to adjust sauce consistency, and transfer the pasta to a large mixing bowl.
- Toss Pasta with Egg Mixture: Immediately pour the egg and cream mixture over the warm linguine and stir thoroughly to coat, allowing the residual heat to gently cook the sauce and create a silky texture.
- Add Fresh Parsley: Sprinkle fresh parsley over the pasta and mix to incorporate its fresh flavor evenly throughout the dish.
- Incorporate Sautéed Orange Peel and Butter: Add the sautéed orange strips along with the melted butter from the skillet to the pasta, mixing again to ensure every strand is well coated with the citrus-infused buttery sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with a few additional orange strips for visual appeal and a burst of citrus flavor, then serve the pasta immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Ensure to remove the white pith from the orange peel since it can add bitterness to the dish.
- Reserve a little pasta water to loosen the sauce if it becomes too thick when mixing with pasta.
- The eggs in the sauce should be mixed in while the pasta is warm but not too hot to avoid scrambling.
- This dish is best served fresh for the creamiest texture and brightest flavor.
- You can substitute linguine with fettuccine or spaghetti if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: Orange pasta, Primavera pasta, creamy pasta, linguine recipe, Italian pasta, citrus pasta, spring pasta
