Quick and Easy Fettuccine Alfredo
Indulge in the creamy decadence of this *Quick and Easy Fettuccine Alfredo*, a classic Italian-inspired dish perfect for busy weeknights or when a craving for comfort strikes. Made with just a handful of everyday ingredients—like tender fettuccine pasta, rich heavy cream, silky melted butter, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese—this recipe delivers authentic, velvety Alfredo sauce in just 20 minutes. The addition of aromatic minced garlic and a hint of black pepper adds depth to the dish, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley makes for an optional but elegant garnish. With minimal prep time and one-pan convenience for the sauce, this foolproof recipe is your go-to for a family-friendly, restaurant-quality meal that comes together effortlessly.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it brown.
Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
Reduce the heat to low and gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts and forms a smooth, creamy sauce.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add the reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2914 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 170.1 g | 218% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.0 g | 500% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 484 mg | 161% | |
| Sodium | 3310 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 251.7 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.3 g | ||
| Protein | 91.5 g | 183% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1354 mg | 104% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 78 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.
