Fettuccine Alfredo

Did you know that a real Fettuccine Alfredo does not contain any cream? Authentic Fettuccine Alfredo is made with just 3 ingredients. This dish was invented in Rome by Alfredo di Lelio, the dish was called fettuccine al burro (fettucine with butter). More Info down below.

Ingredients:

• 200g Fettucine
• 60g Butter, softened
• 100g Parmigiano reggiano
• Pasta water
• Salt
• pepper

Directions:

1. Fill a large pot with water, add 1 tablespoon of salt and bring to a boil.
2. Meanwhile: cut the butter into cubes and transfer to a large bowl. Grate the cheese and set aside.
3. When the water is boiling add the pasta and cook to al dente according to package directions.
4. At the end of cooking preserve 1 cup of cooking pasta water.
5. Drain the pasta and transfer to the bowl with the butter, add 1/3 of the grated cheese and mix until melted and combined. Add another 1/3 + few tablespoons of the pasta cooking water and stir. Add the remining cheese and stir until melted and smooth. If needed add more pasta water.
6. Serve immediately. If desired add freshly ground black pepper.
7. Enjoy!