Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with Creamier Than Spaghetti. This dish combines silky fettuccine noodles with a rich, velvety sauce made from heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan. Infused with fragrant garlic and butter, each bite wraps your taste buds in warmth and satisfaction. Perfect for cozy family dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe guarantees to delight everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Fettuccine: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add fettuccine and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
- 2. Sauté Garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, melt olive oil and butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3. Make the Sauce: Stir in heavy cream, then gradually add grated Parmesan along with salt and pepper. Allow to simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- 4. Combine: Add cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing to coat thoroughly in the creamy sauce.
- 5. Adjust Consistency: If needed, stir in reserved pasta water one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor. For added nutrition, consider incorporating sautéed spinach or mushrooms. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently.