Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo
A rich and creamy fettuccine Alfredo made with butter, garlic, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, creating a classic Italian comfort dish ready in under 30 minutes.
- 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
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- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2–3 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat. If needed, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest sauce.
- Don’t let the sauce boil after adding cheese to avoid separation.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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