Description
A timeless creamy pasta dish originating from Rome, rich in flavor and simplicity, perfect for indulgent comfort food lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fettuccine pasta
- ½ cup (113 grams) unsalted butter
- 3–7 garlic cloves, minced (depending on preference)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup (113 grams) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt (for boiling water)
Instructions
- Bring salted water to a boil and cook fettuccine until al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Melt butter in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and let it warm and bubble gently.
- Slowly sprinkle in Parmesan cheese while stirring to create a smooth sauce.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, ensuring every strand is coated. Save some pasta water to adjust consistency if needed.
Notes
Use a garlic press to save time. High-quality ingredients and gentle heat are key for a silky sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: fettuccine alfredo, pasta, creamy sauce, Italian, comfort food