Joe-fredo Recipe
Fettuccine, grana padano, butter, fresh cream and a touch of garlic.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Fettuccine
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
- 2
Prepare the Garlic
While the pasta is cooking, finely mince the garlic cloves.
- 3
Make the Sauce
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 4
Add Cream
Pour in the fresh cream and stir well. Allow the mixture to simmer for 3-4 minutes, letting it thicken slightly.
- 5
Combine Ingredients
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing gently to coat the pasta in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water, a little at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
- 6
Finish the Dish
Grate the Grana Padano cheese over the pasta, season with salt and black pepper to taste, and toss again to combine.
