Fettuccine Alfredo: the Easy Recipe
Fettuccine Alfredo is a simple and delicious Italian dish that's perfect for anyone who loves creamy pasta.
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 12 oz fresh fettuccine
- 7 tbsp butter
- 5 oz grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- Salt and Pepper
Instructions
Prepare the Pasta
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the fettuccine to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions.
Make the Sauce
- While the pasta is cooking, melt butter in a large skillet over low heat.
- Once the butter has melted, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, ensuring the heat remains low to prevent clumping.
Enhance CreaminessÂ
- For a creamier sauce, add a couple of tablespoons of heavy cream to the skillet.
- Use a whisk to combine the ingredients, creating a smooth and velvety consistency.
- Before draining the pasta, reserve a couple of tablespoons of the pasta cooking water. Stir this water into the Alfredo sauce to make it extra silky.
Combine Pasta and Sauce
- Drain the fettuccine well.Add the drained pasta directly to the skillet with the sauce.
- Toss the fettuccine until they are fully coated in the creamy sauce.
- Serve and Enjoy
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 780mg | Potassium: 78mg | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 1029IU | Vitamin C: 0.04mg | Calcium: 324mg | Iron: 0.2mg