Fettuccine Alfredo
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
663 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Fettuccine Alfredo
Description
This Fettuccine Alfredo recipe begins with cooking fettuccine according to package instructions and setting it aside. Separately, butter is melted and minced garlic sautéed gently before adding heavy cream. The cream is brought to a simmer then combined with Parmesan cheese, cooking until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy. Cooked pasta is added back to the sauce and tossed to coat evenly, finished with seasoning of garlic pepper and salt, plus more grated Parmesan if desired.
The resulting sauce is rich and smooth with a balance of buttery and cheesy flavors, where the garlic adds a subtle aromatic note. The texture clings well to the pasta, providing a satisfying mouthfeel. This sauce can be served on its own or paired with proteins and vegetables added to the dish separately.
Recipe tips suggest adjusting sauce thickness by adding more Parmesan or a bit of flour, or thinning it with pasta water or cream as needed. Proper reheating involves low heat and stirring to maintain sauce consistency, with added milk or cream if the sauce becomes too firm. Using fresh, good-quality ingredients aids in achieving optimal flavor and texture.
Ingredients
- 1 (16-ounce) package Fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 1 pint heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese plus more for serving, grated
- ½ teaspoon garlic pepper
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat to melt. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Add cream and bring to a simmer. Add Parmesan and mix well. Cook, stirring, for 3-4 minutes, until the sauce begins to thicken.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to mix. Top with garlic pepper and salt, and sprinkle with more cheese if desired.
Notes
- Adjust sauce thickness by adding additional Parmesan cheese to thicken or pasta water/heavy cream to thin it.
- For reheating, warm slowly over low heat, stirring frequently to keep sauce smooth; add milk or cream if needed.
- Add Parmesan cheese gradually while stirring to prevent clumping and ensure even melting.
- Fresh, high-quality ingredients improve sauce flavor and texture significantly.
- The dish can be served alone or enhanced by adding protein or vegetables.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 663 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 663kcal | 33% |
| Carbohydrates | 57g | 19% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 40g | 62% |
| Saturated Fat | 24g | 120% |
| Cholesterol | 193mg | 64% |
| Sodium | 346mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 258mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1455IU | 29% |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 277mg | 28% |
| Iron | 1.6mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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