Fettuccini with Shallots

• fettuccine pasta↗1 lb
• white wine↗8 fluid ounces
• half-and-half↗8 fluid ounces
• olive oil↗1 -2 tablespoon
• large shallots↗3

  finely sliced

• salt and pepper

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Bring the fettuccini to boil as per directions on package or, if fresh, until soft.

2. 2

   Heat the olive oil in a medium-size pan until hot.

3. 3

   Put in the shallots, sauté until they are clear, but not brown.

4. 4

   Add the white wine and bring to a boil.

5. 5

   Add the half and half, salt, and pepper.

6. 6

   Reduce by about 1/3.

7. 7

   If the sauce isn't thickening, add a bit of cornstarch or flour.

8. 8

   Pour the sauce over the pasta and toss.