Description
A creamy and delicious pasta dish with a rich Alfredo sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir well.
- Add Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir until smooth.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best results.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 28g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: Pasta Alfredo, Creamy Pasta, Fettuccine Alfredo, Italian Pasta