Description
Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo is a comforting classic that envelops your taste buds in rich flavors. This luscious dish combines perfectly cooked fettuccine with a velvety sauce made from butter, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. In just 30 minutes, you can create a gourmet meal that’s perfect for any occasion—from intimate dinners to lively gatherings with friends. Elevate your pasta night with this delightful recipe that promises to impress and satisfy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in boiling salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring continuously until slightly thickened.
- Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with black pepper to taste.
- Toss the cooked fettuccine into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 110mg