Creamy Alfredo Pasta
This creamy alfredo pasta is a dream kid friendly recipe made with a silky homemade sauce that is far better than anything from a jar. Children love the mild buttery cream flavor and parents feel great knowing this indulgent dinner uses real wholesome ingredients without any mystery additives.
Fettuccine tossed in a rich homemade parmesan cream sauce that comes together in just 20 minutes.
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Ingredients
pasta
sauce
seasoning
Instructions
Cook the Fettuccine
Bring a large pot of well salted water to a rolling boil. Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until just al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water before draining, as this starchy liquid is essential for a smooth and clingy sauce.
Build the Sauce Base
While the pasta cooks, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine, then let it gently simmer for 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Melt in the Parmesan
Remove the pan from heat and add the grated parmesan cheese all at once. Stir vigorously until the cheese melts completely into a smooth velvety sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water and stir to loosen it to the perfect consistency.
Toss and Serve
Add the drained fettuccine directly to the sauce and toss well using tongs until every strand is fully coated. Season with salt and pepper then serve immediately in warm bowls with extra parmesan sprinkled on top.
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