Spaghetti with Caviar and Cream

evelyn/athens's Note:

This is an extremely rich and wonderful first course, and definitely something to splurge on on a special occasion. I would probably follow with a piece of beef or pork tenderloin, simply done, and a large green salad. Fruit Salad for dessert.

• Total Time: 15 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• ½ lb spaghetti
• 6 tablespoons butter
• 6 shallots , finely chopped
• 2 cups cream
• ¼ cup vodka
• ¼ cup snipped fresh chives
• 2 ounces sevruga black caviar or 2 ounces golden whitefish black caviar

Directions:

1. Cook spaghetti until al dente; drain.
2. Toss with 2 tblsps butter.
3. Melt remaining 4 tblsps butter in large skillet over medium heat.
4. Add shallots and stir 3 minutes.
5. Add cream and vodka and bring to boil.
6. Boil until thickened to sauce consistency, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes.
7. Add spaghetti and toss until heated through.
8. Season.
9. Divide among plates; sprinkle with chives and top with caviar.
10. Serve immediately.

Reviews

[Midwest Maven]

Omg, this pasta is so creamy and delicious. The shallots add a wonderful sweetness to the cream, and the caviar just makes it look elegant. This is very rich, but so worth it. Definitely a keeper for me, thanks! :)