Linguine in Saffron Sauce (Olive Garden)

Olive Garden's Linguine in Saffron Sauce

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  lb linguine, cooked according to package directions

• SAFFRON SAUCE

• 10  cups chicken broth or 2 1⁄2 quarts chicken broth
• 1  pinch saffron
• 2  teaspoons tarragon
• 1  cup heavy cream
• 1⁄4 lb sweet butter
•  fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

1. PLACE chicken broth in a saucepot and bring to a simmer.
2. CHOP saffron carefully and add it to broth along with the tarragon. Let broth reduce to 1/3 quart. Add cream and reduce sauce to desired consistency. Strain the sauce and add butter a little at a time.
3. HOLD sauce until ready to serve. Add drained pasta to sauce and stir to thorougly coat.
4. TRANSFER to large platter and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.