Giada De Laurentiis Fettuccine Alfredo
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Giada De Laurentiis' Fettuccine Alfredo, a creamy and luxurious pasta dish that brings restaurant-quality flavor right to your kitchen. This classic Italian recipe features silky fettuccine noodles coated in a rich sauce made with unsalted butter, heavy cream, and a generous helping of freshly grated Parmesan cheese. A hint of nutmeg adds warmth and depth, while optional fresh parsley provides a burst of color and freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or an elegant dinner at home. Serve this decadent Fettuccine Alfredo with a crisp green salad or garlic bread for a crowd-pleasing meal that's irresistibly creamy, satisfying, and easy to make!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 teaspoons grated nutmeg
- to taste kosher salt
- to taste freshly ground black pepper
- as desired fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
Add the fettuccine pasta to the boiling water and cook until al dente, following the package instructions (approximately 8 to 10 minutes). Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water and drain the rest.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Once the butter has melted, add the heavy cream to the pan. Stir well to combine and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the cream to slightly thicken.
Reduce the heat to low and gradually stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the grated nutmeg, a pinch of kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Stir to incorporate.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the pan with the sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, use the reserved pasta cooking water (a few tablespoons at a time) to adjust the consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately.
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your creamy, comforting Fettuccine Alfredo!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2958 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 182.4 g | 234% | |
| Saturated Fat | 106.1 g | 530% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 506 mg | 169% | |
| Sodium | 2043 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 251.1 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 75.5 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 921 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 71 mg | 2% | |
*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.
