Indulge in a decadent and creamy homemade fettucine alfredo with this easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for a cozy night in, this dish features rich alfredo sauce tossed with tender fettucine pasta. Serve with garlic bread and a glass of wine for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fettucine pasta
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Directions
- Cook fettucine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Gradually add Parmesan cheese, stirring until smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss cooked fettucine pasta in the alfredo sauce until well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Enjoy your creamy fettucine alfredo!
Interesting Facts
Fettucine alfredo is believed to have been created by Alfredo di Lelio, an Italian restaurateur in the early 20th century.
Traditionally, fettucine alfredo is made with just butter and Parmesan cheese, but the addition of heavy cream makes it richer and creamier.
You can customize this dish by adding grilled chicken, shrimp, or vegetables for extra flavor and protein.