Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe

Name: Fettuccine Alfredo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter; 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour; Pinch grated nutmeg; 2 cloves; 2 1/2 cups whole milk, warmed; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 12 ounces dried fettuccine; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup thinly sliced shallots; 2 cloves garlic, finely minced; 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano; 1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese; 1/4 cup finely minced fresh parsley

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons butter
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Pinch grated nutmeg
2 cloves
2 1/2 cups whole milk, warmed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 ounces dried fettuccine
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup thinly sliced shallots
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
1/4 cup finely minced fresh parsley

1
For the bechamel: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium flame.
2
Add the flour and whisk until the texture of wet sand is achieved.
3
Lower the heat to low, add the nutmeg and cloves and cook for 2 minutes.
4
Slowly whisk in the whole milk and bring the sauce to a simmer.
5
Cook for 3 minutes, season with salt and pepper and set aside.
6
For the fettuccine alfredo: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and season with salt.
7
Add the pasta and begin to cook.
8
Meanwhile, in a large saute pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
9
Cook the shallots and garlic until soft, about 4 minutes.
10
Add the bechamel sauce, along with 1 cup of the pasta water.
11
When the pasta is 80 percent cooked, add it to the saute pan and simmer until the sauce is thickened and the pasta is al dente.
12
Toss with the cheeses and parsley, and season with salt and pepper.

436

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons butter, 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour, Pinch grated nutmeg, 2 cloves, and more.

Yes, Fettuccine Alfredo falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Fettuccine Alfredo

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions