Description
A rich and creamy Italian pasta dish that is simple to make and incredibly satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer, stirring frequently.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss the cooked fettuccine in the sauce until well coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Feel free to add cooked chicken or shrimp for added protein.
- This dish is best served fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Fettuccine Alfredo, creamy pasta, Italian recipe