Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce, toss to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor.
- Feel free to add cooked chicken or sautéed mushrooms for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg