Alfredo Pasta Recipe
Classic Alfredo sauce tossed with pasta & your choice of protein
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Alfredo Sauce
Protein (optional)
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, add 1 tablespoon of salt.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add fettuccine pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander, reserving about 1 cup of pasta water for later use.
Making Alfredo Sauce
- 4
Melt Butter
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter until it starts to bubble.
- 5
- 6
Incorporate Cream
Slowly pour in 1 cup of heavy cream, stirring continuously. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- 7
Add Cheese and Seasoning
Stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with 1 teaspoon of black pepper and 1 teaspoon of nutmeg.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
- 8
Mix Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the Alfredo sauce in the skillet. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
- 9
Add Protein (if using)
If using protein, gently fold in the sliced grilled chicken, cooked shrimp, or steamed broccoli until evenly distributed.
Serving
- 10
Plate and Serve
Serve the Alfredo pasta hot with additional grated Parmesan cheese and black pepper on top if desired.
