Authentic 4-ingredient Fettuccine Alfredo (no Cream!)
  1. In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat until fully melted, then immediately turn off the heat.

  2. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook your fettuccine to al dente or until desired doneness.

  3. 2 minutes before the pasta is done, reserve a cup of pasta water and set aside to cool. Let the temperature of this water to be around 150F or 65C (use a thermometer for better accuracy).

  4. Once the pasta is cooked to your desired doneness, immediately transfer to the butter and add ⅓ cup pasta water and your cheese.

  5. Stir vigorously (still off the heat), adding pasta water as needed, until a creamy sauce is achieved.

  6. Adjust seasoning for salt to your preference.

  7. Serve immediately in a warm bowl with additional parmesan and optional freshly cracked black pepper and enjoy!

Course🍽️Main Course

Diets🥕Vegetarian...

Category🍝Pasta

Cuisine🇮🇹Italian

Occasions🍲Comfort Food📆Everyday

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyEasy ⏰ 15m

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