This white wine sauce recipe is bright, buttery, garlicky, and just spicy enough (thanks to red pepper flakes) to keep every bite interesting. Swipe to make it!
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS RECIPE
This recipe is the perfect balance of rich and bright. Butter makes it silky, olive oil keeps it light, and white wine adds restaurant-level flavor without needing cream.
INGREDIENTS FOR THE SAUCE
– Garlic
– Extra virgin olive oil
– Butter
– Crushed red pepper flakes
– Salt
– Black pepper
– White wine
– Pasta
– Parsley
– Parmesan
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté about 1 minute until fragrant and lightly golden.
STEP 1: SAUTÉ GARLIC AND RED PEPPER
STEP 2: ADD WINE, BUTTER, AND SEASONING
Stir in salt, black pepper, white wine, and butter. Cook about 2 minutes until butter is fully melted and the sauce is combined. Remove from heat.
STEP 3: COOK PASTA
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the pasta of your choice until al dente. Drain well.
STEP 4: TOSS AND FINISH
Toss cooked pasta with the sauce. Add a splash of pasta water if needed to loosen and emulsify. Finish with chopped parsley and freshly grated Parmesan.
PRO TIPS
- Reserve the pasta water and add to the sauce for a silkier texture
- Serve the pasta with shrimp, scallops, or chicken cutlets
- Add lemon zest for extra brightness
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