Easy Fettuccine Alfredo
Indulge in the creamy, velvety goodness of Easy Fettuccine Alfredo, a classic Italian-inspired pasta dish that comes together in just 20 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this recipe features tender fettuccine pasta luxuriously coated in a rich sauce made with butter, heavy cream, freshly grated Parmesan, and a hint of garlic. The sauce is simple yet decadent, with perfectly balanced flavors enhanced by a touch of salt and freshly ground black pepper. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a burst of color and freshness to this comforting favorite. Whether you're a pasta lover or a fan of effortless gourmet dishes, this quick Fettuccine Alfredo recipe delivers restaurant-quality results from the comfort of your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine with the butter and garlic. Allow the mixture to heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it begins to slightly thicken.
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Stir continuously until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing gently to coat the pasta evenly in the Alfredo sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water, a little at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Serve the Fettuccine Alfredo immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3429 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 200.5 g | 257% | |
| Saturated Fat | 118.7 g | 594% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 554 mg | 185% | |
| Sodium | 4870 mg | 212% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 261.0 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.6 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 133.5 g | 267% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2634 mg | 203% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 381 mg | 8% | |
*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.
