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No Fettuccine Spaghetti Alfredo Recipe

Forget everything you thought you knew about Alfredo! This recipe, perfected after years of experimentation, delivers the richest, creamiest, most decadent Alfredo sauce you've ever tasted. I ran out of fettuccine, so I used spaghetti, and the result? Pure magic! Get ready to experience the best Alfredo in America – even without the fettuccine!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 749.2 kcal
Protein 51g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for No Fettuccine Spaghetti Alfredo

  • 1 1/2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 1 tablespoon minced Garlic
  • 1/2 cup White Wine
  • 1 cup grated fresh Parmesan Cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
  • 4 ounces softened Cream Cheese
  • 6 quarts Water
  • 1 pound Spaghetti Noodles
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil

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How to Make No Fettuccine Spaghetti Alfredo

  1. In a large saucepan, heat heavy whipping cream over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  2. Add minced garlic, white wine, Parmesan cheese, and black pepper to the cream. Stir until smooth and uniform.
  3. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add softened cream cheese, 4 ounces at a time, stirring constantly until melted and fully incorporated.
  4. Keep the sauce on low heat while you cook the noodles.
  5. In a large stockpot, bring 6 quarts of water to a rapid boil. Add 1 teaspoon of sea salt.
  6. Add 1 pound of spaghetti to the boiling water.
  7. Cook spaghetti for 8-12 minutes, or until al dente (tender but still firm to the bite).
  8. Drain the spaghetti thoroughly. Quickly rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
  9. Add the drained spaghetti to the saucepan with the Alfredo sauce. Toss gently to coat.
  10. Serve immediately and enjoy your amazing Alfredo!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

178 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

163g

Carbs

12g

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