Italian Royale Recipe
Make Italian Royale Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Garnish
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Fettuccine
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 2
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, reserve a cup of pasta water and then drain the pasta in a colander.
Sauce Preparation
- 3
Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 4
Add Cream and Cheese
Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the heavy cream. Allow it to simmer gently for about 3-4 minutes. Gradually add in the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- 5
Season the Sauce
Season with black pepper and add the chopped fresh basil, stirring to combine.
- 6
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained fettuccine to the sauce in the skillet. Toss to coat the pasta evenly, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired creaminess.
Garnishing
- 7
Serve the Dish
Plate the pasta and garnish with shaved Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately.
