Fettuccine Alfredo Sauce
Creamy, indulgent, and irresistibly comforting, this homemade Fettuccine Alfredo Sauce recipe is the ultimate Italian-inspired classic perfect for any weeknight dinner or special occasion. Made with a luscious blend of unsalted butter, minced garlic, rich heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, this Alfredo sauce delivers restaurant-quality flavor right in your kitchen. The pasta is tossed to perfection in the velvety sauce, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds an optional pop of color and freshness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for impressing guests or savoring a cozy family meal. Whether you’re a fan of traditional Italian pasta dishes or simply looking for the perfect creamy sauce, this Fettuccine Alfredo brings authentic flavor to your table with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons fresh 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 it aside.
While the pasta cooks, finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to brown the garlic.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese a little at a time, ensuring it melts completely and incorporates into the sauce.
Season the sauce with the ground black pepper and salt, adjusting to taste.
Add the cooked fettuccine pasta to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss the pasta gently to coat it evenly in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, stir in small amounts of the reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.
Transfer the Fettuccine Alfredo to serving plates. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3315 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 210.1 g | 269% | |
| Saturated Fat | 124.0 g | 620% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 604 mg | 201% | |
| Sodium | 2759 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 251.6 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 91.5 g | 183% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1350 mg | 104% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 56 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.
