Asiago Garlic Alfredo Pasta
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
6 Servings
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Calories
830 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
Italian-American Fussion
Asiago Garlic Alfredo Pasta
Description
This recipe begins with cooking fettuccine pasta to al dente before preparing the sauce. The sauce combines butter, heavy cream, and cream cheese, melted and whisked until smooth over medium heat. Garlic is incorporated in two forms: minced fresh garlic for texture and garlic powder for rounded flavor. Italian seasoning provides herbal notes, while salt and pepper balance the seasoning. Asiago cheese is added last and stirred in until the sauce thickens slightly, offering a silky consistency that clings to the pasta.
The resulting pasta dish has a creamy and cheesy profile with a hint of garlic spice. The cream cheese adds body and richness, while Asiago gives a gentle sharpness. The sauce's texture is creamy but not heavy, ensuring the pasta strands are evenly coated.
Asiago Garlic Alfredo Pasta can be served as a comforting main course, optionally accompanied by simple side salads or steamed vegetables. It stands well alone, delivering a satisfying combination of creamy textures and savory flavors.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces Fettuccine pasta
- ½ cup butter
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup Asiago cheese grated
Instructions
- Cook 16 ounces fettuccine pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan add ½ cup butter, 2 cups heavy whipping cream, and 4 ounces cream cheese. Cook over medium heat and whisk until melted.
- Add the ½ teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Continue to whisk until smooth. Add the 1 cup grated Asiago cheese.
- Bring to a simmer and continue to cook for about 3-5 minutes or until it starts to thicken. Toss it with the cooked pasta and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 830 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 830kcal | 42% |
| Carbohydrates | 58g | 19% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 58g | 89% |
| Saturated Fat | 35g | 175% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 224mg | 75% |
| Sodium | 583mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 317mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 2076IU | 42% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 306mg | 31% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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