Irish Vermicelli Pasta
A French-inspired dish that combines the flavors of Ireland with the elegance of vermicelli pasta. This recipe is a perfect blend of creamy sauce and tender pasta.
Ingredients
- β12 oz Vermicelli Pasta
- β1 cup, shredded Irish Cheddar Cheese
- β2 tbsp Butter
- β1 cup Heavy Cream
- β1/4 cup, chopped Fresh Parsleyoptional garnish
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- 2
Cook the vermicelli pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- 3
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- 4
Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- 5
Reduce the cream by half, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Stir in the Irish cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- 7
Add the cooked pasta to the cheese sauce, tossing to combine.
- 8
If the sauce seems too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water.
- 9
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 10
Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.