Description
Creamy Alfredo Pasta is a comforting classic that transforms any meal into an indulgent experience. With its rich, velvety sauce enveloping tender fettuccine, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your tastes. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy dinner or hosting friends, this pasta guarantees satisfaction in every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the perfect solution for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously. Simmer for about three minutes until slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat and gradually stir in grated Parmesan until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan and freshly cracked black pepper as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 105mg