Creamiest Fettuccini Alfredo
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Creamiest Fettuccini Alfredo

Indulgent Italian pasta dish featuring silky fettuccine tossed in a rich, velvety parmesan cream sauce.

25Min
4Servings
685Cal
EasyLevel
VegetarianKid friendly
#pasta#creamy#quick#comfort food

Equipment

large pot
large frying pan
colander
chef's knife
cutting board
measuring cup
measuring spoon
whisk
tongs
stove
serving plate

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

fettuccine pasta (dry)

400 g

butter (room temperature)

100 g

heavy cream (cold)

250 ml

parmesan cheese (freshly grated)

150 g

garlic cloves (minced)

3 pcs

salt

1 tsp

black pepper (freshly ground)

0.5 tsp

fresh parsley (chopped)

2 tbsp

Instructions

1

Prepare ingredients

Measure and prepare all ingredients for the sauce.

5 min
2

Cook pasta

Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook fettuccine according to package directions until al dente.

10 mintimer 10 min
Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining for adjusting sauce consistency
3

Make the sauce base

Melt butter in a large pan over medium heat, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.

2 minMedium heattimer 2 min
Do not let garlic brown or it will become bitter
4

Add cream and cheese

Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, then gradually add parmesan cheese while stirring continuously.

5 minMedium heattimer 5 min
Add cheese gradually to prevent clumping and ensure smooth texture
5

Combine pasta and sauce

Add drained pasta to the sauce, toss to coat evenly, and adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.

2 minMedium heattimer 2 min
The sauce will thicken as it cools slightly
6

Season and serve

Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately.

1 min
Serve immediately for the creamiest texture

Storage

Fridge: 2 days
Reheat: Microwave 2-3 minutes with a splash of milk, stirring halfway

Best enjoyed fresh; sauce may separate when reheated

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