Fettuccine Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cream Sauce
Garnish
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4-6 quarts of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water.
- 2
Cook Fettuccine
Add the fettuccine pasta to the boiling water. Cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain the fettuccine in a colander.
Making the Cream Sauce
- 4
Melt Butter
In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- 5
- 6
Incorporate Cream
Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream, stirring to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
- 7
Add Cheese and Spices
Stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of grated nutmeg. Mix until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
Combining and Serving
- 8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained fettuccine to the skillet with the cream sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- 9
Garnish and Serve
Serve the fettuccine hot, garnished with 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley and additional grated Parmesan cheese to taste.
