Description
Indulge in this rich and creamy Alfredo Pasta, featuring fettuccine enveloped in a velvety sauce of Parmesan and garlic. Perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Fettuccine: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving about 1 cup of pasta water.
- Sauté the Garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly but not browned. Add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Create the Sauce: Gradually pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously. Allow it to simmer gently for about three minutes before adding the grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until melted and fully incorporated.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked fettuccine into the skillet with the sauce. Toss until every noodle is coated, adding reserved pasta water as needed for extra creaminess.
- Season It Up: Taste your dish and season with salt and pepper to your preference.
- Serve: Transfer to plates and garnish with extra Parmesan or chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider tossing in sautéed vegetables like spinach or broccoli. Substitute fettuccine with whole grain or zucchini noodles for a healthier option.