Pasta fettuccine alfredo is a creamy delight you’ll crave!
Pasta fettuccine alfredo is a creamy and rich Italian dish made with fettuccine pasta and a luscious Alfredo sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce and toss to coat.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Make sure to use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor.
- This dish pairs well with grilled chicken or shrimp for added protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 28g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 100mg