Welcome to the comforting world of our Classic Fettuccine Alfredo. This creamy, cheesy dish is a heartwarming delight to the palate.
Classic Fettuccine Alfredo
This Classic Fettuccine Alfredo is creamy and cheesy with a hint of garlic, sure to impress your guests at dinner time!
Equipment
- Large pot
- colander
- Large Skillet
- Mixing utensils
Ingredients
- 12 oz fettuccine
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Toss the cooked fettuccine in the sauce, adding pasta water as needed to loosen up the sauce.
- Season with salt and black pepper. Toss until the pasta is evenly coated.
- Serve the Classic Fettuccine Alfredo garnished with chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy this creamy delight!
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and melting quality. Pasta water helps to emulsify and thicken the sauce.
Classic Fettuccine Alfredo is a staple in Italian cuisine, and our recipe brings out the dish’s luxurious creaminess and rich cheese flavor. This recipe guarantees a dinner that’s both comforting and impressively delicious.
Recipe difficulty: Medium
Complete nutritional information per serving:
- Calories: 650
- Total Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
- Sodium: 600mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 60g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Total Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 25g
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