Description
A comforting and creamy Fettuccine Alfredo that’s perfect for any occasion, bringing warmth and nostalgia to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz Fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, saving a little pasta water if needed.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat until bubbly and fragrant.
- Add heavy cream to the melted butter and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until completely melted and creamy.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss the cooked fettuccine into the sauce, ensuring each piece is coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and a sprinkle of cracked black pepper.
Notes
Feel free to customize with lemon, garlic, vegetables, or spices for an added twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 120mg