Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsMama Carolla'sAlfredo Recipe

Alfredo Recipe

Inspired by Mama Carolla's
Time30m
Serves4

fettuccine with sweet cream, parmesan cheese and parsley

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Sauce

Garnish

Method

Pasta Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Fettuccine

    In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and stir in the fettuccine. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 10-12 minutes.

  2. 2

    Drain the Pasta

    Once cooked, drain the fettuccine in a colander and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water.

Sauce Preparation

  1. 3

    Melt the Butter

    In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the 4 tablespoons of butter.

  2. 4

    Sauté Garlic

    Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

  3. 5

    Add Sweet Cream

    Pour in the sweet cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.

  4. 6

    Incorporate Parmesan Cheese

    Gradually add the parmesan cheese to the cream mixture, stirring until it melts and the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.

  5. 7

    Season the Sauce

    Add black pepper and salt to taste. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.

Combine and Serve

  1. 8

    Combine Pasta and Sauce

    Add the drained fettuccine to the sauce in the skillet. Toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.

  2. 9

    Garnish and Serve

    Transfer the fettuccine to serving plates. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for garnish and serve immediately.

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