Fettucini Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Method
Preparing Pasta
- 1
Cook Fettuccine
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 2
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and reserve about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water. Set the pasta aside.
Making the Sauce
- 3
Melt Butter
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until it is fully melted and starts to bubble slightly.
- 4
- 5
Incorporate Cream
Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously to combine it with the butter and garlic mixture. Bring it to a gentle simmer.
- 6
Add Cheese
Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta cooking water to reach the desired consistency.
- 7
Season the Sauce
Season with black pepper to taste. Stir well to ensure everything is evenly mixed.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
- 8
Combine
Add the drained fettuccine noodles to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
- 9
Garnish
Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top for garnish. Serve immediately.