Fettuccine Alfredo
Fettuccine noodles tossed with cream, butter, and parmesan cheese. Stir in crispy bacon or pancetta and sliced mushrooms to create a hearty meal!
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 c. butter softened
- 2 c. whipping cream
- 2 c. grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 lb. fettuccine noodles
- 1 dash salt
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/4 c. fresh basil leaves optional
Instructions
- Place butter in a large heat proof bowl. Using an electric mixer set on low speed beat until smooth. Add whipping cream and parmesan cheese. Stir until well blended, set aside.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions.
- Drain well and immediately add the hot pasta to the butter mixture. Using two forks, toss fettuccini in butter mixture to coat well. Add salt and pepper.
- Divide the pasta between 4 serving plates. Quickly slice the basil into shreds. Sprinkle over each serving. Serve immediately.
- Cook's Note: Stir in crispy bacon or pancetta and sliced mushrooms to create a hearty meal.
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