Fettuccine Alfredo
Fettuccine Alfredo is the ultimate comfort food—creamy, rich, and utterly delicious. This classic Italian dish features fresh fettuccine pasta enveloped in a velvety Alfredo sauce made from heavy cream, butter, and parmesan cheese. Perfect for cozy nights or impressing guests, it’s an easy recipe that brings warmth and joy to your dinner table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling and sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add the heavy cream; bring to a gentle simmer. Gradually whisk in parmesan until melted and smooth.
- Toss cooked fettuccine into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper, then serve hot, garnished with extra parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 250g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Swap fettuccine for other pasta types or add vegetables like spinach for added nutrition. Reserve some pasta water to adjust sauce thickness as needed.