Name: Alfredo Pasta
Cook time: 9 h
Total time: 9 h
Yield: 4 serving
Cuisine: Other
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon castor oil

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1 tablespoon castor oil

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Emulsion Stability is Key 🧈
Use castor oil sparingly as it has a high smoke point, but whisk it in slowly off-heat to create a stable emulsion with butter and cream without breaking the sauce.
Room Temperature Ingredients Matter 🌡️
Bring eggs, cream, and cheese to room temperature before incorporating to prevent the sauce from curdling when combined with hot pasta water.
Reserve Pasta Water Strategically 💧
Save 1-2 cups of starchy pasta water to adjust sauce consistency - the starch helps emulsify and creates a silkier coating on the noodles.
Cheese Addition Technique 🧀
Add grated Parmigiano-Reggiano off the heat in small handfuls while stirring constantly to prevent clumping and ensure a creamy, smooth texture.
Timing is Everything ⏱️
Toss pasta with sauce immediately after draining to allow the heat to properly set the emulsion while the noodles are still hot enough to absorb flavors.