Fettuccine Alfredo

Directions

  1. 1Boil fettuccine until al dente.
  2. 2Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. 3Stir in minced garlic cloves and cook until fragrant.
  4. 4Stir in heavy cream and season with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  5. 5Stir continuously until it thickens up slightly.
  6. 6Turn the heat to low and stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
  7. 7Add in cooked fettuccine along with pasta water.
  8. 8Mix that up really well and stir over low heat until it has thickened up.
  9. 9Season with salt and pepper to taste if needed and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fettuccine
  • 1 stick butter
  • 6 minced garlic cloves
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper
  • pinch red pepper flakes
  • 2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 cup pasta water
  • parsley

Equipment

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