Real Quick Fettuccine Alfredo
Whip up a comforting, creamy pasta dish in just 20 minutes with this Real Quick Fettuccine Alfredo recipe! Perfectly cooked fettuccine is tossed in a luxurious homemade Alfredo sauce crafted from rich heavy cream, unsalted butter, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and a hint of garlic for irresistible flavor. This quick and easy meal delivers restaurant-quality results with minimal effort, making it ideal for busy weeknights or last-minute entertaining. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and ready to serve four, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that you'll want to make again and again. A must-try for anyone craving classic Italian flavors in a fraction of the time!
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining the rest.
Step 2
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
Step 3
Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and stir until combined. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, cooking for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly.
Step 4
Lower the heat and add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until fully melted and the sauce is smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until your desired consistency is reached.
Step 5
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 6
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the creamy sauce.
Step 7
Serve immediately, garnished with freshly chopped parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 672.8 grams (672.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2346 |
| Total Fat 110.10g | 141% |
| Saturated Fat 64.00g | 320% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.00g | |
| Cholesterol 320mg | 107% |
| Sodium 2621mg | 114% |
| Total Carbohydrate 251.40g | 91% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.60g | 45% |
| Total Sugars 12.30g | |
| Protein 75.00g | 150% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 893mg | 69% |
| Iron 1mg | 3% |
| Potassium 47mg | 1% |
Source of Calories