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Fettuccine Alfredo

Ready in just 30 minutes, this Fettuccine Alfredo is a weeknight favorite—simple ingredients, big flavor, and pure comfort.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 976 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fettuccine
  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • pinch grated nutmeg
  • 1 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese

Instructions

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  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the fettuccine.
  2. In the same pot (no need to rinse), melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg and bring to a gentle simmer. Let it simmer for about 2 minutes to thicken slightly. Gradually stir in the cheese until melted.
  3. Add the drained fettuccine to the sauce, tossing everything together with tongs until the cheese is melted and the pasta is well coated and warmed through. Gradually add the reserved pasta water a little at a time to achieve your desired sauce consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then serve. The sauce will continue to thicken as it sits, so stir in more pasta water as needed. If the sauce becomes too thin, cook over low heat, tossing frequently, until thickened.

Nutrition Information

Calories 976kcal (49%) Carbohydrates 88g (29%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 56g (86%) Saturated Fat 34g (170%) Cholesterol 154mg (51%) Sodium 538mg (22%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 5g (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 976

% Daily Value*

Calories 976kcal 49%
Carbohydrates 88g 29%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 56g 86%
Saturated Fat 34g 170%
Cholesterol 154mg 51%
Sodium 538mg 22%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 5g 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.