Fettuccine with Blue Cheese
Indulge in the creamy bliss of Fettuccine with Blue Cheese, a restaurant-worthy dish that's surprisingly easy to prepare at home in just 30 minutes. Featuring tender fettuccine pasta enveloped in a luxurious sauce made with tangy blue cheese, velvety heavy cream, and a hint of garlic, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of bold flavor and comforting richness. A touch of grated Parmesan adds depth, while freshly chopped parsley lends a fresh, vibrant finish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or an elegant date night meal, this pasta recipe delivers gourmet flavor with minimal effort. Serve it with a crisp green salad or warm, crusty bread for a complete and unforgettable meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 4 ounces blue cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 count garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 quarts water
Instructions
Fill a large pot with 4 quarts of water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil over high heat.
Add the fettuccine pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, typically 10-12 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water before draining.
While the pasta cooks, melt the unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.
Pour the heavy cream into the skillet, stirring continuously to combine with the butter and garlic. Heat for 3-4 minutes until the cream begins to simmer gently.
Crumble the blue cheese into the skillet and stir until it melts into the cream sauce. Add grated Parmesan cheese and whisk until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Reduce the heat to low and add the drained fettuccine to the skillet. Toss the pasta in the sauce to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add the reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Sprinkle the dish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately, with additional grated Parmesan on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2952 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 166.7 g | 214% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.2 g | 496% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 467 mg | 156% | |
| Sodium | 4046 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 254.6 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 99.7 g | 199% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1742 mg | 134% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 398 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.
