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Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo

Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo
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This Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo recipe offers a quick, easy, and indulgently rich Italian dish combining tender fettuccine pasta with a luscious garlic-infused Parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this classic comfort food delivers restaurant-quality flavor in under 30 minutes using simple, quality ingredients.

Ingredients

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Pasta

  • 12 oz fettuccine pasta

Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Garnish (optional)

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the fettuccine. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Reserve about one cup of pasta water before draining to help loosen the sauce if needed.
  2. Prepare the Sauce Base: While the pasta cooks, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté gently for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, taking care not to brown it.
  3. Add Cream and Simmer: Pour the heavy cream into the butter and garlic mixture. Stir and allow it to simmer gently for 3-5 minutes until warmed through and slightly thickened.
  4. Stir in Parmesan Cheese: Remove the skillet from heat and gradually whisk in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  5. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the drained fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat every strand with sauce. If the sauce is too thick, stir in a splash of reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Finish with a sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately while the sauce is warm and creamy.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for best melting and flavor.
  • Keep the sauce over low heat after adding cream to prevent curdling.
  • Reserve pasta water to loosen sauce and help it cling to pasta.
  • Choose high-quality butter and cream for rich flavor and texture.
  • Serve promptly as Alfredo sauce thickens when cooled.

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Keywords: Fettuccine Alfredo, creamy pasta, easy Italian recipe, comfort food, Parmesan sauce

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