Dirty Martini Pasta
Dirty martini pasta is a decadent dish that combines the creamy richness of heavy cream with the briny zing of olives and the aromatic touch of dry vermouth. Perfect for a cozy night in, this indulgent recipe requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor, making it an ideal choice for both casual dinners and special occasions. Serve it up in your sweats and impress your taste buds with every twirl of spaghetti!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup dry vermouth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup green olives, pitted and chopped
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in boiling salted water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add dry vermouth to the skillet and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually stir in heavy cream and simmer until slightly thickened (4-5 minutes).
- Mix in green olives and parmesan cheese until combined.
- Toss cooked spaghetti into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency.
- Serve immediately with additional parmesan and garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For extra depth of flavor, consider substituting olives with capers or adding diced bacon for crunch. Fresh herbs like basil can elevate the dish's aroma and presentation.