Description
Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo is the ultimate comfort food, boasting a rich and velvety sauce that envelops perfectly cooked fettuccine pasta. This dish is simple to prepare, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With its buttery aroma and indulgent flavor, it’s sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Ready in under 30 minutes, this pasta dish can be customized with your favorite proteins or veggies, creating endless variations for every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the drained fettuccine to the sauce, tossing well to coat every noodle.
- Season with salt and cracked black pepper before serving hot. Garnish with extra Parmesan or fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 90mg