Fettucine Recipe
Make Fettucine Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Pasta
Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a boil over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water.
- 2
Cook Fettucine
Add 12 ounces of fettucine pasta to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the fettucine in a colander.
Making the Sauce
- 4
Heat Olive Oil
In a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- 5
Sauté Garlic
Once the oil is hot, add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- 6
Add Cream
Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and stir well to combine with the garlic. Allow it to simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
- 7
Incorporate Cheese
Gradually add 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese to the cream mixture, stirring continuously until melted and smooth.
- 8
Season the Sauce
Add 1 teaspoon of black pepper and stir. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add some reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.
Combining
- 9
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained fettucine to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly.
- 10
Garnish and Serve
Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley on top before serving. Enjoy your delicious fettucine!
