fettuccine alfredo
This rich, creamy dish is one of my favorite comfort foods and it has gotten rave reviews from even the pickiest eaters of the family. It's also very easy to make; when my husband learned to cook, this was the first dish he made.
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Fettuccine Alfredo is comfort food to the max. This version is thick, creamy, and delicious. It's filled with flavor from the Parmesan and Romano cheeses. Easy to make, you won't be disappointed by this recipe. Make this any time you want a restaurant-quality meal at home. You can even add some grilled chicken to the dish.
prep time
5 Min
cook time
15 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
2 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 4 ounces uncooked fettuccine
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Romano cheese
- 2 - egg yolks, lightly beaten
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (amount depends on your taste)
- dash - nutmeg
How To Make fettuccine alfredo
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Step 1Cook fettuccine according to package directions. *Make sure to salt the pasta cooking water for flavor. -
Step 2Meanwhile, in a saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat.
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Step 3Whisk in cream, cheeses, egg yolks, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
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Step 4Cook and stir over medium-low heat until hot to the touch, but not boiling (thermometer will read 160 degrees).
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Step 5Drain fettuccine.
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Step 6Pour sauce over pasta and grate some Parmesan over the top.
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