Fettuccine Alfredo

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Ingredients

8 oz	fettuccine pasta
1 cup	heavy cream
1/2 cup	unsalted butter
1 cup	freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves	garlic, minced
—	salt to taste
—	freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons	chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. 1 Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine pasta until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. 2 In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. 3 Pour the heavy cream into the skillet with the butter and garlic, stirring frequently until it begins to simmer.
4. 4 Reduce the heat to low and gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
5. 5 Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
6. 6 Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the Alfredo sauce.
7. 7 Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is heated through.
8. 8 Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.