Easy Alfredo

Creamy, indulgent, and ready in just 25 minutes, this Easy Alfredo recipe transforms simple pantry staples into a luscious Italian classic. Made with rich unsalted butter, fragrant garlic, velvety heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, this homemade Alfredo sauce pairs perfectly with tender fettuccine pasta for a restaurant-quality meal at home. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity—no need for complicated steps or fancy ingredients, just pure, comforting flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or an elegant dinner, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s customizable with optional fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Whether you're a pasta enthusiast or looking for a quick dinner idea, this Easy Alfredo delivers creamy perfection every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, peel and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium-low heat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 5

Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low.

Step 6

Slowly whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and smooth.

Step 7

Season the sauce with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 8

If the sauce is too thick, stir in a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta cooking water to reach your desired consistency.

Step 9

Toss the cooked fettuccine pasta with the Alfredo sauce until well coated.

Step 10

Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	726.4 grams (726.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2753

Total Fat 158.10g	203%
Saturated Fat 92.00g	460%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.00g
Cholesterol 444mg	148%
Sodium 2629mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 251.20g	91%
Dietary Fiber 12.60g	45%
Total Sugars 12.20g
Protein 75.40g	151%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 907mg	70%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 46mg	1%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.1%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 36.8%