Description
Creamy Weeknight Alfredo Pasta is a quick and comforting dish that brings restaurant-quality flavors to your dinner table. This indulgent pasta features a rich, velvety sauce made from heavy cream and Parmesan, enveloping every strand in creamy goodness. Perfect for busy evenings, this recipe can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for families or anyone craving a satisfying meal without the fuss.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine (or favorite pasta)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer gently for 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine the drained pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan or chopped parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 85mg