Creamy Alfredo Pasta
Indulge in the comforting embrace of creamy Alfredo pasta, a classic Italian dish that brings warmth and satisfaction to any meal. With its velvety texture and rich flavor, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot; cook fettuccine until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream; simmer on low for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth; adjust with reserved pasta water if too thick.
- Toss cooked fettuccine with the sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating grilled chicken or steamed broccoli into your dish. Experiment with different cheeses like mozzarella or fontina for unique flavor variations.