Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Fettuccine with creamy Alfredo sauce.

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Ingredients

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1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil.
2
Cook Fettuccine
Add the fettuccine to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the fettuccine in a colander and set aside.

4
Melt Butter
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until it is fully liquid.
5
Add Garlic
Finely mince the garlic cloves and add them to the melted butter. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
6
Add Heavy Cream
Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir occasionally.
7
Incorporate Cheese
Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
8
Season Sauce
Add salt and black pepper to taste. Continue to stir the sauce for another 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.

9
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained fettuccine to the Alfredo sauce. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
10
Garnish
Chop fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the fettuccine Alfredo for added flavor and presentation.
11
Serve
Serve immediately while hot. Enjoy your creamy fettuccine Alfredo!