Alfredo Perfecto
Indulge in the creamy decadence of "Alfredo Perfecto," the ultimate homemade fettuccine alfredo recipe that's both simple and irresistible. Made with just a handful of classic ingredients—unsalted butter, rich heavy cream, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and a hint of garlic—this dish delivers a luxurious, velvety sauce that clings perfectly to tender fettuccine pasta. With a quick prep time of 10 minutes and only 20 minutes to cook, "Alfredo Perfecto" is the perfect choice for a comforting weeknight dinner or an impressive weekend meal. Elevate the flavors with a touch of freshly ground black pepper, and finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a gourmet touch. Whether you're seeking an authentic Italian-inspired dish or the best fettuccine alfredo recipe for your repertoire, this creamy pasta will have everyone asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1.5 cups Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 pound fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt, then cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, drain the pasta, and set it aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Lower the heat to medium-low and slowly pour in the heavy cream. Stir gently to combine, then allow the mixture to warm up but not boil, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet a little at a time, stirring constantly until fully melted and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet with the sauce, using tongs to toss and coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add small amounts of the reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.
Serve immediately, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy your Alfredo Perfecto!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5139 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 315.7 g | 405% | |
| Saturated Fat | 188.0 g | 940% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 888 mg | 296% | |
| Sodium | 6755 mg | 294% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 350.2 g | 127% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.1 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.3 g | ||
| Protein | 193.1 g | 386% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3957 mg | 304% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 623 mg | 13% | |
*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.
