Pasta Alfredo

Creamy, indulgent, and irresistibly satisfying, this classic Pasta Alfredo recipe is the ultimate comfort food! Featuring tender fettuccine tossed in a luxurious sauce made from unsalted butter, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan, this dish is a celebration of simple yet bold flavors. A touch of garlic adds depth, while fresh parsley brightens up the plate, making every bite rich and vibrant. Perfect for busy weeknights or intimate dinners, this 30-minute recipe delivers restaurant-quality results in the comfort of your own kitchen. Serve it as is or pair it with grilled chicken or shrimp for an elevated twist. Get ready to wow your taste buds with this timeless Italian favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 g fettuccine pasta
• 100 g unsalted butter
• 250 ml heavy cream
• 100 g Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Fill a large pot with water and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring it to a boil over high heat.

Step 2

Add the fettuccine pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions or until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes.

Step 3

While the pasta is cooking, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the butter and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 5

Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and stir to combine with the butter and garlic. Let the mixture come to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet, stirring continuously until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Once the pasta is cooked, reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta water and then drain the pasta.

Step 9

Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the pasta with chopped fresh parsley.

Step 11

Serve the pasta Alfredo immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(870.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3404.7

Total Fat 206.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 120.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g
Cholesterol 571.4mg	0%
Sodium 4163.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 296.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.2g	0%
Total Sugars 14.4g
Protein 91.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1154.7mg	0%
Iron 0.9mg	0%
Potassium 129.4mg	0%

*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: 54.5%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 34.8%