Dinner / Lunch

Fettuccini Alfredo

4 Servings

Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 15 minutes

Kid-Friendly

Diet Style

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Tools You'll Need

  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Chef’s Knife
  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Medium Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Tongs

Ingredients

  • 1 (16oz) package fettuccine noodles
  • 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
  • ½ stick unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • ¾ cup finely grated Parmesan, plus extra for serving
  • 2 cups reserved pasta water
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Grilled meet for added protein* (optional)

Directions

  1. Prepare pasta

    Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, according to package instructions. Stir occasionally, until al dente.

  2. Reserve some pasta water

    Reserve 2 cups of pasta water.

  3. Drain noodles without rinsing

    Drain pasta into a colander over the sink and set aside. Don't rinse your pasta!

  4. Add in pasta reserved pasta water

    Pour approximately 1 cup of the pasta water into a skillet over medium heat and bring to a simmer.

  5. Whisk in butter

    Begin to whisk in butter, a piece at a time, until melted, whisking constantly. Trust this process! It will begin to thicken as you add the cheese and again when you add in the pasta.

  6. Add in cheese

    Gradually add ¾ cups cheese, making sure it’s completely melted and incorporated between additions.

  7. Coat with sauce

    Using tongs, add pasta and toss to coat, adding additional pasta water as needed. Continue to toss until sauce covers the noodles completely.

  8. Top with protein

    Top with grilled protein if using.

  9. Garnish and serve

    Serve topped with pepper and more parmesan cheese.