Fettuccine Alfredo
Fettuccine Alfredo is a rich and creamy pasta dish that is perfect for comfort food lovers, made with butter, cream, and Parmesan cheese. It can be customized with proteins, vegetables, or lighter ingredients to suit various dietary preferences.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fettuccine pasta
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/4 cups shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons Italian parsley optional
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add salt to season the water. Once it reaches a boil, add the fettuccine and cook according to the package directions.
- In a large skillet or pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Then, stir in the heavy cream. Let the cream simmer and reduce for 5 to 8 minutes. Add half of the Parmesan cheese and whisk until the sauce is smooth. Keep it on the heat, whisking until the cheese is fully melted.
- Reserve some of the pasta water, as it’s packed with flavor and can help thin the sauce if needed. Toss the cooked fettuccine with the Alfredo sauce and add the remaining Parmesan cheese. If necessary, add a bit of pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
- Finish by garnishing with Italian parsley, if desired.
Notes
Use real Parmesan cheese that is kept refrigerated.
If you prefer a saucier dish, you can use less than 1 lb. of fettuccine pasta.
Leftover pasta water can be used to thin the pasta sauce if needed.
If you prefer a saucier dish, you can use less than 1 lb. of fettuccine pasta.
Leftover pasta water can be used to thin the pasta sauce if needed.