Authentic Fettuccine Alfredo is a heavenly combination of butter, cream, and Parmesan. That's it! Super quick and easy dinner! Also great with added garlic.
Cook Time 30 minutesminutes
Total Time 30 minutesminutes
Servings 6-8
Calories
Author The Gracious Wife
Ingredients
1poundFettuccine noodlescooked al dente (according to package instructions)
12tablespoonsbutter
2cupsheavy cream
1 ½cupsParmesan cheesefreshly grated
Optional: 1 tablespoon garlicminced
Instructions
Melt butter in a medium saucepan, but do not bring it to boil. This will cause it to separate.
Slowly add the cream. whisk together for about a minute to fully combine the cream and butter. Add the garlic, if you're using it.
Bring to a simmer, stirring often, and allow to simmer for just one minute. The sauce will be just slightly thicker.
Remove sauce from heat and add grated Parmesan and hot cooked noodles. Stir together until the sauce is creamy and the noodles are covered. Garnish with parsley, if desired.