Ingredients for Alfredo Sauce With Pasta
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted Butter
- 2 cups Heavy Cream
- 1 1/4 cups freshly grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 pound Fettuccine or preferred pasta
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, crab meat, or sautéed mushrooms (optional)
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How to Make Alfredo Sauce With Pasta
- Cook 1 pound of fettuccine or your preferred pasta according to package directions until al dente.
- Melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Pour in 2 cups of heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in 1 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
- Continue stirring until the sauce is smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the saucepan with the Alfredo sauce.
- Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
- Serve immediately, sprinkled with the remaining 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese.
- **Optional:** Add 1 cup of cooked shrimp, crab meat, or sautéed mushrooms during step 6 for extra flavor and protein.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
140 g
Sugar
5g
Fat
583g
Carbs
3g
