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Quick Alfredo Pasta Recipe

Quick alfredo pasta is everyone's favorite weeknight dinner! One pan away from creamy, cheesy, pasta that's ready in just 20 minutes! Try it today.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 1013 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fettuccini pasta or any long pasta
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • ⅔ cup good quality parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 ½ teaspoons fresh parsley or 3 teaspoons fresh
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Boil pasta according to package directions.
  2. Pour into a colander and leave to drain while you prepare the sauce.
  3. Combine cream, parmesan cheese, and butter in the same pot the pasta was cooked in.
  4. Bring to a simmer and stir occasionally until cheese is totally melted, about 2 minutes.
  5. Toss pasta, salt and pepper, and parsley together with the sauce.
  6. Taste to adjust seasonings and serve! Favorite toppings are bacon bits, additional cheese, and peas.

Nutrition Information

Calories 1013kcal (51%) Carbohydrates 84g (28%) Protein 24g (48%) Fat 64g (98%) Saturated Fat 38g (190%) Cholesterol 300mg (100%) Sodium 437mg (18%) Potassium 381mg (11%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 2305IU (46%) Vitamin C 0.7mg (1%) Calcium 318mg (32%) Iron 2.3mg (13%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1013

% Daily Value*

Calories 1013kcal 51%
Carbohydrates 84g 28%
Protein 24g 48%
Fat 64g 98%
Saturated Fat 38g 190%
Cholesterol 300mg 100%
Sodium 437mg 18%
Potassium 381mg 8%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 2305IU 46%
Vitamin C 0.7mg 1%
Calcium 318mg 32%
Iron 2.3mg 13%

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