Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo recipe, a rich and velvety pasta dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings. Featuring tender fettuccine coated in a luscious homemade sauce made with unsalted butter, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, this classic Italian favorite is elevated by the aromatic touch of sautéed garlic and a hint of freshly ground black pepper. Ready in just 30 minutes, this restaurant-quality meal is incredibly simple to prepare and easy to customize. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and pair it with crusty garlic bread or a crisp green salad for a deliciously satisfying dining experience. Perfect for cheese lovers and pasta enthusiasts alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Fettuccine pasta
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water and then drain the pasta.
While the pasta cooks, melt the unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.
Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously to combine. Let it simmer gently for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, one handful at a time, making sure it melts completely before adding more. Continue to stir until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to the sauce and mix well. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
Add the drained pasta directly to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss the pasta well to coat it evenly with the sauce.
If the sauce is too thick, use the reserved pasta cooking water, adding a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Remove the skillet from heat and serve the creamy fettuccine Alfredo immediately.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired and serve with extra Parmesan cheese on the side. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
797 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.2 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.1 g | 135% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 127 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 849 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.7 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g | ||
| Protein | 21.0 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 233 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 47 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.
