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Easy Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe

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A quick and creamy Easy Fettuccine Alfredo recipe that combines tender pasta, rich buttery cream sauce, parmesan cheese, and sweet peas for a comforting Italian-inspired dish ready in just 20 minutes.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

For the Sauce

  • 3/4 cup Heavy Cream
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 1/2 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese

For the Pasta

  • 6 ounces Fettuccine Noodles (Linguine noodles work too)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper, to taste
  • 3/4 cup Frozen Peas

Instructions

  1. Boil Pasta Water: Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil to prepare for cooking the fettuccine noodles.
  2. Prepare Cream and Butter: In a 2-cup glass measuring cup, combine the heavy cream and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, pulsing each time, until the butter is completely melted and the mixture is steaming. Set aside.
  3. Grate Cheese: Freshly grate the Parmesan cheese if not pre-grated to ensure the best melting and flavor.
  4. Cook Pasta: Add a few large pinches of salt to the boiling water, then add the fettuccine noodles. Stir once to prevent sticking and cook according to the package directions, typically about 8-10 minutes for al dente.
  5. Add Peas: About 1 minute before the pasta finishes cooking, stir in the frozen peas to warm them through.
  6. Reheat Sauce: Briefly microwave the cream and butter mixture until it is steaming again to ensure it is warm for combining.
  7. Drain Pasta and Peas: Drain the noodles and peas and transfer them to a large serving bowl immediately to retain heat.
  8. Add Cheese: Sprinkle the freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the hot pasta and peas, then toss thoroughly to melt the cheese evenly throughout.
  9. Incorporate Cream Mixture: Pour the warm cream and butter sauce over the pasta, stirring gently to combine evenly. Taste and adjust with additional salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed.
  10. Serve: Serve the creamy fettuccine Alfredo immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese rather than pre-grated for better melting and flavor.
  • You can substitute linguine noodles if fettuccine is unavailable.
  • Adjust salt carefully since Parmesan and salted butter add saltiness.
  • For extra protein, add grilled chicken or shrimp.
  • To keep peas vibrant, add them just before pasta finishes cooking.
  • Microwaving sauce in short bursts prevents curdling and ensures smooth texture.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Pasta
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/easy-fettuccine-alfredo-recipe/