Parmesan Fettuccine
Creamy, indulgent, and bursting with flavor, this Parmesan Fettuccine recipe is the ultimate comfort food for pasta lovers. Featuring tender fettuccine pasta coated in a rich, velvety sauce made from heavy cream, fresh Parmesan cheese, and a hint of garlic, this dish is both simple and luxurious. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or an elegant dinner at home. A sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley adds a pop of color and a touch of freshness, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious. Whether served as a main course or paired with your favorite protein, this Parmesan Fettuccine is sure to become a family favorite. Search no further for an irresistible creamy pasta recipe that combines classic ingredients with effortless preparation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1.5 cups Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.
In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, to slightly thicken the cream.
Reduce the heat to low and gradually stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese, a little at a time, until fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Season the sauce with salt and ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly in the Parmesan sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add the reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Serve the Parmesan Fettuccine immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy this creamy and comforting dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4329 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 273.7 g | 351% | |
| Saturated Fat | 164.0 g | 820% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 768 mg | 256% | |
| Sodium | 6715 mg | 292% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 266.1 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.3 g | ||
| Protein | 178.7 g | 357% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3953 mg | 304% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 611 mg | 13% | |
*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.
