Creamy Homemade Fettuccine Alfredo
This is a rich and silky pasta dish that brings your favorite restaurant style comfort food right to your kitchen table.
recipesbynani.comThere is something truly special about a classic plate of fettuccine alfredo. It is the kind of meal that feels like a warm hug on a busy weeknight, and the best part is that you only need a handful of simple ingredients to make it happen.
My secret to the perfect sauce is using high quality butter and freshly grated parmesan cheese. Just make sure to stir constantly so your sauce stays smooth and velvety instead of clumping up. It is a quick meal that everyone in the house will be asking for again and again.
🧺 Ingredients
- 1 pound fettuccine pasta
- 1/2 cup salted butter
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine according to the package directions until it is al dente.
- 2
While the pasta cooks, melt the butter in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
- 3
Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer gently for about 3 minutes until it starts to thicken slightly.
- 4
Stir in the garlic powder and then add the parmesan cheese, whisking constantly until the cheese has melted and the sauce is perfectly smooth.
- 5
Season the sauce with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- 6
Drain the pasta and toss it directly into the skillet with the sauce until every strand is coated.
- 7
Serve immediately topped with a little extra parmesan and some chopped fresh parsley.
💡 Tips
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. When you reheat it, add a splash of milk or cream to the pan to bring back that creamy texture because the pasta tends to soak up the sauce as it sits.
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