Go Back Email Link
classic fettuccine alfredo recipe - Classic Fettuccine Alfredo served in a white bowl overhead view
Chloe

Classic Fettuccine Alfredo

classic fettuccine alfredo recipe made easy at home. A luxuriously creamy, restaurant-worthy pasta that comes together in just 30 minutes with a handful of si
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 oz dried fettuccine
Sauce
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter cut into pieces
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream room temperature
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano plus more for serving
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup reserved pasta water as needed
Garnish
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook fettuccine according to package directions until al dente. Before draining, reserve 1 cup of pasta water. Drain pasta and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, but not browned.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly. Gradually add the grated Parmesan, whisking until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Add the drained fettuccine to the skillet. Toss with tongs, adding a splash of reserved pasta water as needed to thin the sauce and help it cling to the noodles.
  5. Remove from heat, sprinkle with parsley, and toss once more. Serve immediately in warmed bowls with extra Parmesan on top.