Alfredo Sauce Pasta

Ingredients:

1. Fettuccine pasta (or pasta of your choice, 12 ounces)
2. Unsalted butter (1/2 cup)
3. Heavy cream (1 cup)
4. Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
5. Parmesan cheese (1 1/2 cups, grated)
6. Salt and black pepper (to taste)
7. Nutmeg (a pinch, optional)
8. Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)

Preparation Steps:

1. Cook Pasta:
   • Cook the fettuccine pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Make Alfredo Sauce:
   • In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
3. Sauté Garlic:
   • Add minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté until fragrant, being careful not to brown the garlic.
4. Add Heavy Cream:
   • Pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly to combine with the butter and garlic.
5. Simmer and Thicken:
   • Allow the mixture to simmer gently for a few minutes, letting it thicken slightly.
6. Add Parmesan Cheese:
   • Gradually add grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce, stirring continuously until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
7. Season:
   • Season the Alfredo sauce with salt and black pepper to taste. Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra depth of flavor if desired.
8. Combine with Pasta:
   • Add the cooked fettuccine pasta to the Alfredo sauce, tossing gently to coat the pasta evenly.
9. Garnish (Optional):
   • Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness.
10. Serve Warm:
    • Serve the creamy Alfredo sauce pasta immediately while warm.

Enjoy the luscious simplicity of this Creamy Alfredo Sauce Pasta – a timeless and satisfying dish!