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Best Fettuccine Alfredo

A rich and creamy Fettuccine Alfredo made with butter, Parmesan, and a touch of garlic for an easy classic pasta dinner.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 sticks butter softened
  • 1/2 lb Parmesan cheese grated, plus more for serving
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • salt to taste
  • 1 lb fettuccine

Instructions

  • In a bowl, beat the softened butter, grated Parmesan, and garlic powder with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine according to package directions until al dente, about 12 minutes.
  • Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta in a colander.
  • Return the hot pasta to the warm pot. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, the cheese-butter mixture, and 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water.
  • Toss the pasta vigorously, adding more reserved pasta water as needed to create a smooth, silky sauce that coats the noodles.
  • Serve immediately with additional grated Parmesan if desired.

Equipment

  • Hand Mixer
  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • measuring cups

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor.
  • Reserve pasta water to help emulsify the sauce.
  • Adjust salt to taste, keeping in mind Parmesan is salty.