Alfredo Pasta Recipe
Fettuccine pasta tossed in our house made alfredo sauce. Add chicken for $5.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Alfredo Sauce
Optional Chicken
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Boil Water
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta and set aside, reserving a cup of the pasta water.
Alfredo Sauce Preparation
- 4
Melt Butter
In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
- 5
- 6
Add Cream
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- 7
Add Cheese and Season
Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Combining and Serving
- 8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained fettuccine pasta to the alfredo sauce and toss until well coated. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water as needed.
- 9
Cook Chicken (Optional)
If adding chicken, season the chicken breast with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then grill or sauté until cooked through. Slice and serve on top of the pasta.
- 10
Serve
Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
