Get the Recipe Fettuccine Alfredo for Two

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    15 mins

  • Servings

    2 servings

  • Calories

    886 kcal

  • Course

    Dinner

  • Cuisine

    Italian

Get the Recipe Fettuccine Alfredo for Two

Fettuccine Alfredo for Two is so easy to make in just 15 minutes, yet it still feels luxurious and indulgent. This version has garlic in the sauce and is super customizable - add in broccoli, shrimp, or chicken. Easily double it for a family, too.

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Ingredients

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  • 8 8 oz. fettuccine noodles high quality recommended
  • 5 5 Tablespoon unsalted butter divided
  • 6-8 6-8 garlic cloves minced
  • ½ ½ cup half-and-half room temperature*
  • ½ ½ teaspoon fine sea salt more or less to taste
  • ¼-½ ¼-½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1 cup reserved pasta water more depending on the sauce
  • ½ ½ cup Grated Parmesan cheese*
  • fresh parsley for garnish
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Instructions

  1. Fill a large stockpot with water and a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and add fettuccine noodles, cooking a few minutes under package directions.
  2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt 3 tablespoons (41g) of the butter on low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently so it doesn't burn. Keep the heat low!
  3. Increase the heat to medium and whisk in the half-and-half; add half of the salt and pepper. Simmer for 1-2 minutes, then add ½ cup of the pasta water. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
  4. Add the grated parmesan cheese and the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, whisking until smooth and combined. Test the sauce for salt levels, adding more as needed.
  5. Add the pasta into the sauce and toss to combine. Let the pasta simmer for 1-2 minutes until al dente. If the sauce is too thick (which may be the case especially if you used heavy cream), add additional pasta water 1-2 tablespoons at a time to loosen, stirring between each addition.
  6. Serve immediately. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley as desired. 
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Notes

  • Cold half-and-half? Put it in the microwave for 15-20 seconds. You want it to be lukewarm/room temperature so it doesn't shock up when you put it in the skillet.
  • Reheating? I don't recommend it, but if you need to, I recommend reserving a bit of the pasta water and reheating it with 2-4 tablespoons of the pasta water on the stove over low-medium heat until heated through and the sauce has loosened. 
  • Possible add-ins: chicken, shrimp, or broccoli. See the blog post for more ideas!
  • *Look for cheese specifically labeled vegetarian, if needed.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 886kcal (44%) Carbohydrates 87g (29%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 48g (74%) Saturated Fat 28g (140%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 13g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 215mg (72%) Sodium 1018mg (42%) Potassium 431mg (12%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 1376IU (28%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 406mg (41%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 886 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 886kcal 44%
Carbohydrates 87g 29%
Protein 28g 56%
Fat 48g 74%
Saturated Fat 28g 140%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 13g 65%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 215mg 72%
Sodium 1018mg 42%
Potassium 431mg 9%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 1376IU 28%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 406mg 41%
Iron 3mg 17%

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

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