Easy Pesto Alfredo Fettuccini
Creamy, decadent, and bursting with bold flavors, this Easy Pesto Alfredo Fettuccini recipe brings together the best of two classic sauces in one irresistible dish. Featuring tender, perfectly cooked fettuccini pasta enveloped in a rich Alfredo sauce infused with vibrant basil pesto, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and freshness. With just a handful of simple ingredients like freshly grated Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and a hint of garlic, this dish comes together in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or an elegant dinner party. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh basil and an optional Parmesan garnish, it’s a restaurant-worthy meal that’s easy to make at home. Whether you’re a fan of creamy pastas or crave the herbal brightness of pesto, this recipe is sure to be a new favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fettuccini pasta
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1.5 cups Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 0.33 cup Basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccini pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and minced garlic, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the heavy cream and let it gently simmer for 2 minutes. Avoid boiling.
Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly.
Add the basil pesto to the skillet and stir until fully combined. Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Toss the cooked fettuccini pasta with the pesto Alfredo sauce, ensuring the pasta is evenly coated. Add a splash of the reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves and an extra sprinkle of Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3472 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 259.8 g | 333% | |
| Saturated Fat | 143.3 g | 717% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 775 mg | 258% | |
| Sodium | 7434 mg | 323% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.2 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 158.2 g | 316% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 4091 mg | 315% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 779 mg | 17% | |
*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.
