Copycat Olive Garden Alfredo
Serves 1
Directions
- 1Bring the water, sea salt, and a box of fettuccine to a boil in a pot to cook the pasta.
- 2In a large skillet or heavy pot, melt the butter.
- 3Whisk in the onion powder and garlic powder and cook for 30 seconds.
- 4Add the heavy cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- 5Once the sauce begins to boil, lower the heat to medium-low and simmer for 1 to 3 minutes until thickened.
- 6Remove the sauce from the heat, then gradually stir in the freshly grated parmesan.
- 7Drain the pasta, reserving one cup of pasta water.
- 8Add the cooked pasta and 1/2 cup of reserved pasta water to the sauce.
- 9Place the skillet back on medium heat and toss the pasta with the sauce for 1 to 2 minutes.
Ingredients
- 12 cup water
- 1 tbsp fine sea salt
- 1 box fettuccine
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1 to 1 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan
Equipment
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Tips
- The sauce is done when it coats the back of a spoon and leaves a clear path when wiped through the middle.
- Serve with grilled shrimp, chicken, or garlic bread.
