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For the Alfredo sauce: Melt the butter in a large saute pan set over low heat.
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Add the heavy cream to the butter as it melts.
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Stir occasionally, keeping the heat on low.
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Let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
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When its reduced slightly, add the Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, salt and pepper and stir.
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Set aside while you make the rest of the sauce.
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Stir the Alfredo sauce occasionally.
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Note: If the alfredo is way too thick for your liking, add some extra milk or cream (1 tablespoon at a time) after its simmered and reduced.
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For the hamburger helper: Brown the ground beef in a large skillet then drain the fat.
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Add the garlic to the drained beef and cook for about 30 seconds.
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Then add the marinara and diced tomatoes.Bring to a boil.
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As soon as it starts to boil, turn down the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add the Alfredo sauce a few minutes before you add the noodles.
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While the sauce is cooking, boil the pasta noodles.
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Using a slotted spoon (or pasta scoop), spoon the noodles into the sauce pan.
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On a low heat, mix the noddles and sauce for about 3 minutes.
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If sauce is too thick, add some of the reserved pasta water, 1/4 cup at a time.
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Serve immediately with Parmesan cheese and julienned basil on the top.
