Spaghetti with Caviar and Cream

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.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 lb spaghetti
• 6  tablespoons butter
• 6  shallots, finely chopped
• 2  cups  cream
• 1⁄4 cup vodka
• 1⁄4 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.