Shelly's Recipe

CREAMY PASTA SAUCE WITH FRESH HERBS

Category: Pasta

1 1/2 cup heavy cream
4 tbsp unsalted butter
1/2 tsp salt
1/8 tsp Grated nutmeg
Pinch (or more) of cayenne
1/4 cup grated imported parmesan cheese
1 cup finely chopped mixed fresh herbs (basil, mint, watercress, Italian parsley, and chives)

Combine cream, butter, salt, nutmeg and cayenne in a heavy saucepan and simmer for 15 minutes, or until sauce is slightly reduced and thickened. Whisk in parmesan and fresh herbs and simmer for another 5 minutes. Taste and correct seasoning. Serve immediately over favorite pasta, i.e., fresh fettucine or tortellini.