3 Step Fettuccine Alfredo
Indulge in the luxurious simplicity of this 3 Step Fettuccine Alfredo recipe—a creamy, flavor-packed Italian classic that’s ready in just 20 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights or an elegant dinner at home, this dish combines al dente fettuccine pasta with a rich, velvety sauce made from butter, garlic, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. The three-step process is delightfully easy yet delivers restaurant-quality results. Customize the texture of the sauce with a splash of reserved pasta water, and finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness. Whether you’re craving comfort food or impressing guests, this easy fettuccine Alfredo is guaranteed to satisfy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Fettuccine pasta
- 6 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1.5 cups Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, usually 10–12 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the rest and set the pasta aside.
Step 2: In a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes, until fragrant. Stir in the heavy cream and cook for 2–3 minutes, allowing it to heat through but not boil.
Step 3: Reduce the heat to low and gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water, 1–2 tablespoons at a time, until the desired consistency is reached. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4138 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 258.1 g | 331% | |
| Saturated Fat | 154.3 g | 772% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 712 mg | 237% | |
| Sodium | 6701 mg | 291% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 265.5 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.6 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 179.3 g | 359% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 3962 mg | 305% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 559 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
