Alfredo Pasta Recipe
House-made alfredo sauce, fettuccine pasta, shaved parmesan cheese
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Alfredo Sauce
Garnish
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add the fettuccine pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the fettuccine. Set aside.
Making Alfredo Sauce
- 4
Melt Butter
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the unsalted butter and allow it to melt completely.
- 5
- 6
Add Heavy Cream
Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 7
Add Cheese and Seasoning
Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce, tossing to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
Serving
- 9
Garnish
Divide the Alfredo pasta among serving plates, then top with shaved Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley.
- 10
Enjoy
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Alfredo Pasta!
