Fettuccine Alfredo
Indulge in the rich and velvety decadence of this luxurious Creamy Parmesan Pasta. With a luscious sauce made with heavy cream, butter, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, every bite is a creamy delight balanced with hints of nutmeg. Perfectly paired with homemade tagliatelle or fresh fettuccine, this dish is a comfort food classic that's sure to impress your taste buds.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 5 Tbs. unsalted butter
- 1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
- Freshly grated nutmeg, to taste
- 1 lb. homemade tagliatelle (see related recipe at left) or purchased fresh fettuccine
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over high heat, bring the cream and butter to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 1 minute. Add 6 Tbs. of the cheese and whisk until smooth, about 1 minute more. Remove from the heat and season with salt and pepper and a generous pinch of nutmeg. (Be judicious with the salt. Parmigiano-Reggiano is salty, so too much added salt will throw this creamy, sweet sauce out of balance.)
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Generously salt the boiling water, add the pasta and cook until al dente (tender but firm to the bite), 1 to 3 minutes, depending on the freshness of the pasta. Drain the pasta well.
- Put the pasta in a warmed large, shallow bowl. Pour on the sauce, sprinkle with 6 Tbs. of the cheese and toss well. Serve immediately. Pass the remaining cheese at the table. Serves 4 as a main course, 6 as a first course.
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