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    Fettuccine Alfredo

    This Fettuccine Alfredo is the BEST, hands down! It’s pure creamy Italian bliss that you won’t be able to get enough of.

    Forget the jarred stuff, this homemade alfredo is super quick and easy to make with basic ingredients. And it tastes even better than any restaurant.

    Fettuccine Alfredo in a clay bowl.

    We cook a lot of pasta in our home. It keeps my husband happy. From basic Spaghetti with Meat Sauce to slow cooked Lamb Ragu to our new favorite meatless dish, Pasta alla Norma.

    Now this Fettuccine Alfredo is one for those nights when you want a decadent treat. No calorie counting here folks. It’s not allowed.

    Why We Love Fettuccine Alfredo

    1. It’s SO EASY! Like 20 minutes easy. No need for slow simmering here.
    2. No need to worry about picky eaters, everyone will dig in with glee.
    3. You only need a few basic ingredients you may already have on hand.
    4. It’s super versatile. We’ll give you plenty of variations later on.
    5. You can easily double the recipe to feed a crowd.

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    Ingredients

    You will find exact amounts for all ingredients in the recipe card at the end of this post. Here are the things you’ll need:

    Ingredients to make fettuccine alfredo.
    • Butter – What a great start.
    • Garlic – Just a little, so as not to overpower the sauce.
    • Heavy cream – The base of the sauce.
    • Parmesan cheese – Preferably freshly shredded, but you can use the canned stuff in a pinch.
    • Seasonings – Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.
    • Fettuccine pasta
    • Parsley – For garnish.

    How to Make Fettuccine Alfredo

    1. Boil the pasta in salted water according to the directions on the package to al dente.

    Boiled fettuccine in a colander.

    2. Melt the butter over medium heat in a skillet, then add the garlic. Cook for a minute or two, till the garlic becomes soft and fragrant.

    3. Add the cream and Italian seasoning. Bring to a low simmer, then stir in the cheese. Taste and adjust for salt and pepper.

    alfredo sauce

    4. Once the cheese has melted and everything is well combined, toss in the pasta. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

    Final product after tossing in pasta.

    Variations

    This basic alfredo is great with a variety of add ins…

    Meats:

    • Chicken
    • Bacon
    • Sausage
    • Ham
    • Shrimp
    • Crab meat

    Veggies:

    • Spinach
    • Mushrooms
    • Broccoli
    • Bell peppers
    • Asparagus

    Seasonings:

    Mix and match. Make your own customized alfredo, and let us know your favorite combination!

    Leftovers and Storage

    Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Reheat on stovetop over medium heat, adding a splash of extra milk or cream if it has thickened up too much.

    We do not recommend freezing leftovers, as the cream may separate.

    Close up shot of a bowl of fettuccine alfredo.

    Give your family a real treat, and serve up this homemade Fettuccine Alfredo. It’s pure decadence. You can go back to counting calories tomorrow.

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    Fettuccine Alfredo, on our Gypsy Plate… enjoy!

    bowl of fettuccine alfredo atop the Gypsy Plate

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    Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe

    Yield: 4 servings
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes

    Fettuccine Alfredo is pure comfort food. Perfectly cooked pasta smothered in a decadent creamy cheese sauce. All in about 20 minutes!

    Ingredients

    • 8oz fettuccine pasta
    • ½ cup butter
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    • 1.5 cups heavy cream
    • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • 2 cups shredded parmesan cheese
    • salt, to taste
    • pepper, to taste
    • parsley, for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Boil the pasta in salted water according to the directions to al dente. Drain in a colander.
    2. Melt the butter over medium heat in a skillet, then add the garlic. Cook for a minute or two, till the garlic becomes soft and fragrant.
    3. Add the cream and Italian seasoning. Bring to a low simmer, then stir in the cheese. Taste and adjust for salt and pepper.
    4. Once the cheese has melted and everything is well combined, toss in the pasta and cook till warmed through.
    5. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

    Notes

    • Leftover fettuccine alfredo can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Reheat on stovetop over medium heat, adding a splash of extra milk or cream if it has thickened up too much.
    • This recipe makes a great base for other pasta. Try adding in meats, vegetables or seasonings to make it your own.

    Nutrition Information
    Yield 4 Serving Size 1
    Amount Per Serving Calories 812Total Fat 67gSaturated Fat 42gTrans Fat 2gUnsaturated Fat 20gCholesterol 191mgSodium 1034mgCarbohydrates 32gFiber 2gSugar 4gProtein 23g

    Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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