Fettuccine Recipe

Boil Water

In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt.

Cook Fettuccine

Add 12 oz of fettuccine pasta to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions (usually around 8-10 minutes) until al dente.

Drain Pasta

Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside. Do not rinse.

Choose Sauce

Select one of the sauces: Marinara, Alfredo, or Pesto.

Marinara Sauce

If using marinara, heat 2 cups of marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through.

Alfredo Sauce

For Alfredo, in a separate saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter, add 2 tablespoons of minced garlic, sauté until fragrant, then stir in 1 cup of heavy cream. Simmer and mix in 1 cup of Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.

Pesto Sauce

For Pesto, blend 1 cup of fresh basil, 1 tablespoon of pine nuts, and 2 tablespoons of minced garlic until a paste forms. Slowly add olive oil to reach desired consistency.

Cook Chicken

If using chicken, heat a skillet over medium heat, add diced chicken breast and cook until browned and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes).

Cook Shrimp

For shrimp, in a skillet over medium heat, add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and opaque (about 3-4 minutes).

Sauté Vegetables

For primavera, in a skillet, sauté mixed vegetables until tender (about 5-7 minutes) in olive oil.

Mix Pasta and Sauce

In a large serving bowl, combine the drained fettuccine with your chosen sauce, tossing to coat thoroughly.

Add Protein

Add your chosen protein (chicken, shrimp, or sautéed vegetables) to the pasta and toss again to combine.

Serve

Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese, fresh herbs, or a drizzle of olive oil as desired.