Ingredients
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- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream, bringing it to a gentle simmer.
- Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add cooked fettuccine, tossing to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
Use high-quality Parmesan for the best flavor. You can add cooked chicken or shrimp for added protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg