Spaghetti Alfredo Pasta Sauce
Indulge in the creamy, velvety goodness of Spaghetti Alfredo, a comforting classic that combines perfectly cooked spaghetti with a luscious, homemade Alfredo sauce. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 30 minutes, features rich ingredients like unsalted butter, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, blended together to create a sauce that clings luxuriously to each strand of pasta. A touch of minced garlic adds aromatic depth, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley provides a burst of color and freshness. Ideal for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining, this crave-worthy dish is simple yet sophisticated. Serve it with extra Parmesan for an irresistible finish, and make it your go-to recipe for satisfying Italian-inspired cravings!
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces Spaghetti
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the rest and set the spaghetti aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to medium-low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir continuously and let it simmer gently for 2-3 minutes.
Step 4
Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet, stirring constantly to create a smooth sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add the reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Step 5
Season the sauce with salt and ground black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Step 6
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss gently to coat the pasta evenly with the Alfredo sauce.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.
Step 8
Serve immediately, preferably with additional Parmesan cheese on the side for sprinkling.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (767.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2234.9 |
| Total Fat 167.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 100.7g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 484mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3312.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 107.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3.2g | |
| Protein 68.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1382.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 206.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories