How to Make Fettuccine Alfredo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Fettuccine Alfredo is a classic Italian pasta dish that has become a favorite around the world. This creamy and indulgent dish is made with fettuccine pasta smothered in a rich and decadent Alfredo sauce. The combination of butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese creates a velvety smooth sauce that coats each strand of pasta, creating a luxurious and comforting meal.

Legend has it that Fettuccine Alfredo was created in the early 20th century by a Roman chef named Alfredo di Lelio. It...

Read more

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces fettuccini pasta
  • ½ cup butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons dried parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet melt butter and add chopped garlic. Cook on low for about 5 minutes, stirring often to prevent garlic from burning.
  • Pour about a 1/4 cup of heavy cream into a small bowl. Add egg yolk and beat together; set aside.
  • Pour remaining cream into the skillet. Increase heat to medium-high. As cream starts to boil, mix rapidly using a whisk. Add egg mixture slowly to prevent curdling, whisking until well blended. Stir in 1 cup Parmesan cheese until combined.
  • Add remaining Parmesan cheese and parsley; mix until smooth. Remove from heat and serve over cooked pasta.
  • Nutrition

    854 cal.

    • Total Fat: 59g
    • Saturated Fat: 36g
    • Cholesterol: 231mg
    • Sodium: 807mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 56g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 27g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 526mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 278mg