Alfredo Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Alfredo Sauce
Garnish (optional)
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Cook Fettuccine
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 2
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Making Alfredo Sauce
- 3
Melt Butter
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
- 4
- 5
Add Heavy Cream
Pour in the heavy cream and stir. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Incorporate Parmesan
Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- 7
Season Sauce
Season the sauce with black pepper, nutmeg, and salt. Stir to combine.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
- 8
Toss Fettuccine
Add the drained fettuccine to the saucepan with the Alfredo sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce.
- 9
Adjust Sauce Consistency
If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
- 10
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
