Linguini Alfredo Recipe

Time30m

Serves2

freshly grated Grana Padano, ground black pepper; add shrimp (5) for 15 or grilled chicken for 11

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Ingredients

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1
Cook pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add linguine and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
2
Make garlic butter
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3
Create Alfredo sauce
Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently for 2–3 minutes. Whisk in the grated Grana Padano until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4
Combine pasta and sauce
Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce in the skillet. Toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to reach desired creaminess.
5
Optional: shrimp
If using shrimp, in a separate skillet over medium heat, sauté in a little butter until pink and opaque, about 2–3 minutes per side. Add the shrimp to the pasta.
6
Optional: chicken
If using chicken, grill or sauté until cooked through, then dice and fold into the pasta.
7
Finish and serve
Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately with extra Grana Padano and cracked black pepper.