Creamy Italian Fettuccine Alfredo

Ingredients

• 12 oz fettuccine pasta
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter cubed
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. 2 In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. 3 Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
4. 4 Lower the heat and add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
5. 5 Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
6. 6 Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly.
7. 7 Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the pasta is heated through.
8. 8 Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.