Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Fettuccine pasta tossed in a creamy Alfredo sauce.

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Ingredients

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1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil. Add a generous pinch of salt.
2
Cook Fettuccine
Add the fettuccine pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually about 10-12 minutes, until al dente.
3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander, reserving about 1 cup of the pasta water for later use.

4
Melt Butter
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
5
Add Garlic
Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
6
Stir in Cream
Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
7
Add Cheese and Seasonings
Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.

8
Combine
Add the drained fettuccine to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly.
9
Adjust Consistency
If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
10
Serve
Serve immediately, garnishing with additional grated Parmesan cheese and freshly cracked black pepper, if desired.