Fettuccine Alfredo is one of the most famous Italian dishes. This pasta is characterized by its rich, creamy sauce, which relies on butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. It’s typically served as a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
– For the Pasta:
- Fettuccine: 1 package (about 1.1 pounds)
- Water: As needed (for boiling pasta)
- Salt: To taste
– For the Sauce:
- Butter: 6 tablespoons
- Garlic: 1 clove (minced)
- Heavy Cream: 1.5 cups
- Parmesan Cheese: 1.25 cups (grated)
- Salt: ¼ teaspoon
- Black Pepper: ¼ teaspoon
– For Garnish:
- Parsley: 2 tablespoons (chopped)
Instructions
- Boil the fettuccine in salted water until al dente. Drain, reserving a little of the pasta water.
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, then add the garlic and sauté for one minute.
- Add the heavy cream and let it simmer on low heat until it begins to thicken (5–8 minutes).
- Add the salt and black pepper and stir well.
- Add half of the Parmesan cheese and stir until completely melted.
- Add the fettuccine and toss until fully coated with the sauce.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
- Serve immediately, topped with the remaining Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
