Easy Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe

Ingredients

• 400gFettuccine
• 100gUnsalted butter
• 250mlHeavy cream
• 150gParmesan cheese, freshly grated
• 1 cloveGarlic, minced (optional)
• to tasteSalt
• to tasteBlack pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tbspFresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Nutrition

Per serving, estimated

Calories

720 kcal

Protein

25 g

Carbs

50 g

Fat

45 g

Steps

1. 1

   Cook fettuccine in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

2. 2

   While pasta cooks, melt butter in a large skillet or saucepan over medium-low heat. If using, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

3. 3

   Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low.

4. 4

   Add the cooked and drained fettuccine to the cream mixture. Toss to coat.

5. 5

   Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, tossing constantly until the cheese melts and forms a smooth, creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water until desired consistency.

6. 6

   Season with salt and plenty of freshly ground black pepper.

7. 7

   Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.