Description
This Delicious Brie Pasta with Non-Alcoholic Berry Compote combines creamy, rich brie cheese sauce with the fresh, tangy sweetness of a homemade berry compote, creating a unique and delightful pasta dish that balances savory and fruity flavors perfectly.
Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce
- 8 oz fettuccine or pappardelle pasta (or any preferred pasta)
- 6 oz Brie cheese (or Camembert as a substitute)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder)
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup reserved pasta water (optional, to adjust sauce consistency)
Berry Compote
- 1 1/2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Fresh herbs for garnish (thyme or basil, optional)
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Before draining, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water for later use.
- Prepare Berry Compote: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the mixed berries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir gently and cook for 10-15 minutes until the berries break down and the mixture thickens into a sauce. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, making sure not to burn it.
- Melt Brie Cheese: Reduce the skillet heat to low. Add the Brie cheese pieces and stir continuously until it melts and blends with the garlic oil to form a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
- Toss Pasta with Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the Brie sauce. Toss thoroughly to coat the pasta evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve with Berry Compote: Plate the pasta and generously drizzle the non-alcoholic berry compote on top. Garnish with fresh herbs like thyme or basil for added aroma and color if desired.
Notes
- Use Camembert if Brie is unavailable for a similar creamy effect.
- Adjust sugar amount in the berry compote to your preferred sweetness.
- Reserve pasta water is key to adjusting sauce consistency without diluting flavor.
- Fresh herbs add a nice touch but are optional.
- Ensure the garlic is not burnt to avoid bitterness in the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Keywords: Brie pasta, berry compote, creamy pasta sauce, vegetarian pasta, non-alcoholic berry sauce, mixed berry pasta, gourmet pasta dish
