Fettuccine with Pepper Sauce
Indulge in the creamy decadence of Fettuccine with Pepper Sauce, a quick and elegant pasta dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This recipe features tender fettuccine coated in a luscious butter and heavy cream sauce, infused with the bold, aromatic kick of freshly ground black pepper. Finished with melted Parmesan cheese for a rich, velvety texture and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color, this dish is comfort food at its finest. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, this easy fettuccine recipe is ideal for busy cooks seeking a restaurant-quality meal that’s loaded with flavor. Serve it as a standalone entrée or pair it with garlic bread and a crisp salad for a complete Italian-inspired feast! Keywords: fettuccine pasta recipe, creamy pepper sauce, quick dinner ideas, Parmesan pasta.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Fettuccine pasta
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. 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.
In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the heavy cream and stir to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the cream begins to slightly thicken.
Add the freshly ground black pepper and salt to the cream mixture, adjusting the seasoning to taste. Stir well to evenly distribute the pepper.
Gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese, a little at a time, until fully melted and the sauce becomes creamy and smooth.
Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet. Toss the pasta in the sauce until it is evenly coated. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.
Serve the fettuccine immediately, garnished with additional freshly ground black pepper and chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
657 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.4 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.2 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 98 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 425 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.0 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 18.9 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 234 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 27 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.
