Description
A rich, creamy, and classic Italian pasta dish made with fresh fettuccine, butter, cream, and Parmesan cheese — simple ingredients that create an indulgent restaurant-quality meal right at home.
Ingredients
12 oz fresh fettuccine pasta (or dried)
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced (optional)
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Cook the fettuccine according to package directions until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
3. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
4. Add the garlic (if using) and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Pour in the heavy cream and stir continuously, letting it simmer gently for 2–3 minutes.
6. Reduce the heat to low and slowly whisk in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
7. Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing gently to coat in the sauce.
8. Use a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed.
9. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
10. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest sauce — pre-grated cheese can clump.
For a lighter version, swap half the cream with whole milk.
Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or broccoli for extra flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 26g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: Fettuccine Alfredo, homemade Alfredo sauce, creamy pasta, Italian comfort food