Alfredo Sauce with Pasta
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this rich and creamy Alfredo Sauce with Pasta recipe—a timeless classic that combines silky fettuccine with a luxuriously smooth sauce made from unsalted butter, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Infused with the aromatic warmth of sautéed garlic and balanced with a hint of black pepper, this dish delivers restaurant-quality flavor in just 30 minutes. Perfectly al dente fettuccine is tossed in the decadent sauce, ensuring every strand is coated to perfection. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this easy-to-make recipe can be elevated further with a garnish of fresh parsley for a vibrant touch. Savor this irresistible blend of simplicity and indulgence while offering your family and friends a classic Italian dining experience right at home! Keywords: creamy Alfredo sauce, fettuccine pasta, Parmesan cheese, classic Italian recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 12 ounces Fettuccine pasta
- 4 quarts Water
- 1 tablespoon Salt (for boiling water)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Bring 4 quarts of water and 1 tablespoon of salt to a boil in a large pot. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to the package instructions (typically 10-12 minutes) until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Lower the heat to medium-low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir well and let it simmer gently for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. Avoid letting the sauce come to a boil to prevent separating.
Season the Alfredo sauce with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of ground black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce and toss to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a few tablespoons of reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your comforting plate of Alfredo Sauce with Pasta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
889 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.5 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.8 g | 179% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 171 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 2433 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.3 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 19.1 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 325 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 29 mg | 1% | |
*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.
