To Die for Fettuccine Alfredo
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this "To Die For Fettuccine Alfredo" recipe, a creamy and decadently rich pasta dish that's sure to impress. Crafted with al dente fettuccine, a luscious blend of unsalted butter, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and a hint of garlic for aromatic depth, this classic Italian-inspired favorite is simplicity at its finest. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. For an added touch, garnish with fresh Italian parsley to brighten up the plate. With its velvety homemade Alfredo sauce and irresistible flavor, this restaurant-quality dish will make your taste buds sing. Perfect for satisfying your cravings or impressing dinner guests, it's comfort food elevated to its best!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 cups Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Italian parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to 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 butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Let the mixture simmer gently for 3-4 minutes, allowing the cream and butter to meld together.
Reduce the heat to low and gradually add the freshly grated Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until it melts and forms a smooth, velvety sauce.
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce and toss to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a small amount of the reserved pasta water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Transfer the creamy fettuccine Alfredo to serving plates or a large serving bowl. Sprinkle with freshly chopped Italian parsley for an optional pop of color and flavor.
Serve immediately while warm and enjoy the sheer decadence of this to-die-for dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5138 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 361.7 g | 464% | |
| Saturated Fat | 216.0 g | 1080% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1012 mg | 337% | |
| Sodium | 7941 mg | 345% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 266.3 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 179.1 g | 358% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3956 mg | 304% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 585 mg | 12% | |
*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.
