Pasta With Alfredo Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Alfredo Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil.
- 2
Add Salt
Once the water is boiling, add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water.
- 3
Cook Pasta
Add the fettuccine pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 4
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta in a colander.
Making Alfredo Sauce
- 5
Melt Butter
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
- 6
- 7
Pour in Heavy Cream
Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- 8
Add Cheese and Seasonings
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and grated nutmeg. Continue to stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
- 9
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained fettuccine to the sauce and toss until the pasta is well coated. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
- 10
Garnish and Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley.