Tagliatelle al Tartufo recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 30 2026
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Tagliatelle Al Tartufo Recipe

Inspired by Cotogna
Time30m
Serves4

Tagliatelle al Tartufo is a classic Italian pasta dish featuring flat, ribbon-like tagliatelle tossed in a rich sauce made with truffle oil and butter. This version is enhanced with the earthy aroma of black truffles and the savory flavor of garlic, creating a luxurious and aromatic experience. Here's how to prepare it at home.

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FRIULIANO

2017 livio felluga rosazzo, friuli-venezia giulia

earthy · umami · rich

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Sauce

Method

Cooking the Pasta

1

Boil Water

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

2

Cook Tagliatelle

Add the tagliatelle to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.

Making the Sauce

3

Melt Butter

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

4

Add Garlic

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

5

Combine Pasta and Sauce

Add the drained tagliatelle to the skillet, along with the truffle oil and some reserved pasta water. Toss to combine.

6

Finish with Cheese and Truffle

Remove from heat and add the grated Parmesan cheese, shaved black truffle, and ground black pepper. Toss until everything is well coated.

Serving

7

Plate and Serve

Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and truffle if desired.

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