July 2, 2013

Fettuccine Alfredo

2 c heavy cream
1 c grated parmesan cheese, plus more for sprinkling on top
½ tsp Pepper
½ tsp Salt
Pinch of ground nutmeg
1 lb dried fettuccine pasta

Begin cooking pasta until al dente. While pasta is boiling, pour cream into a medium saucepan. Set pan over high heat and bring cream to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer vigorously, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes). Remove pan from heat and set aside until pasta is ready.

In a small bowl, combine parmesan cheese, pepper, salt, and nutmeg. Drain pasta and dump back into pot. Add the warm cream to the pasta. Add the parmesan mixture. Toss pasta with cream and cheese mixture until the ingredients are well blended. Let sit for at least 3 minutes for pasta to absorb some of the sauce and for it to thicken up a bit. Sprinkle with remaining parmesan cheese and serve.

I occasionally add diced chicken, or broccoli, or sautéed garlic, or ham to this pasta for extra flavor. Spinach is also good but it makes the mixture a tad watery. Or I serve it as is with baked chicken and steamed broccoli on the side. This dish is super easy for kids to make.  
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