Description
Alfredo pasta is the ultimate comfort food, blending rich and creamy flavors with a silky texture that gracefully envelops your favorite noodles. This easy-to-make recipe comes together in just a few simple steps, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. The luscious Alfredo sauce, made from high-quality butter, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, creates an indulgent experience that elevates your dining table. With options to customize by adding vegetables or proteins, this dish promises to impress family and friends alike. Get ready to savor a plate of homemade Alfredo pasta that’s quick, delicious, and wholly satisfying!
Ingredients
- 8 oz fettuccine or preferred pasta
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream (36% fat)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook fettuccine until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Gradually stir in heavy cream and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add Cheese: Lower the heat and mix in Parmesan cheese until fully melted and combined.
- Combine: Toss drained pasta into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired creaminess.
- Season & Serve: Season with salt and pepper; serve immediately with extra cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 44g
- Saturated Fat: 27g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 130mg