Sweet Pasta For Dinner Or Dessert Recipe

Indulge in this decadent twist on pasta, inspired by Giada De Laurentiis! This surprisingly delicious recipe blends the rich flavors of dark chocolate and bright orange for a unique culinary experience. Perfect as a sophisticated dessert or an unexpected dinner entree, this sweet pasta dish is sure to impress. Customize the chocolate amount to your liking – use less for a subtle garnish or go all out for an intense chocolate explosion! Prepare to be amazed by this unforgettable combination of textures and tastes.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 317.4 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sweet Pasta For Dinner Or Dessert

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How to Make Sweet Pasta For Dinner Or Dessert

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente, about 2-3 minutes. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  2. While the pasta cooks, in a large, heavy skillet, combine heavy cream, orange zest, 2 tablespoons of honey, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cream is warmed through (about 4 minutes). Do not boil.
  3. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the cream sauce. Stir to coat.
  4. Add the lemon juice and stir to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
  5. Divide the pasta into serving dishes.
  6. Shave the chocolate directly on top of the pasta. Sprinkle with toasted hazelnuts, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

39g

Carbs

15g