Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of these perfectly crafted Parmesan noodles. A luscious sauce coats each strand of fettuccine, creating a decadent dish that’s both comforting and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
Fettuccine:
- 12 oz fettuccine or egg noodles
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles: Boil the fettuccine as per package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic, add flour, then whisk in cream until thickened. Stir in cheese, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Combine and Serve: Add cooked noodles to the sauce, toss gently, and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added protein, consider adding cooked chicken or shrimp.
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter version or use pecorino cheese for a sharper flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
