Pasta Alfredo
Indulge in the creamy decadence of homemade Pasta Alfredo, where velvety fettuccine meets rich and flavorful sauce made from butter, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Infused with the gentle aroma of sautéed garlic and seasoned with a touch of salt and freshly ground black pepper, this classic Italian dish offers comforting elegance in every bite. Perfectly balanced with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, Pasta Alfredo is a quick and satisfying recipe, ready in just 30 minutes. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this irresistible dish pairs beautifully with a crisp salad or garlic bread. Explore the joy of making your own authentic Alfredo sauce and elevate your pasta night!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g fettuccine pasta
- 100 g unsalted butter
- 250 ml heavy cream
- 100 g Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Fill a large pot with water and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring it to a boil over high heat.
Add the fettuccine pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions or until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes.
While the pasta is cooking, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the butter and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and stir to combine with the butter and garlic. Let the mixture come to a gentle simmer.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet, stirring continuously until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Once the pasta is cooked, reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta water and then drain the pasta.
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the pasta with chopped fresh parsley.
Serve the pasta Alfredo immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
849 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.4 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.4 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 142 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 934 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.9 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g | ||
| Protein | 22.8 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 287 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 31 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.
