Description
Basil Alfredo Pasta is a creamy and aromatic dish that transports you to the heart of Italy with every bite. This comforting meal features al dente pasta enveloped in a rich sauce made from heavy cream, fresh basil, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests, this dish is simple to prepare and customizable with your choice of proteins or vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in the chopped basil until fully incorporated into the sauce.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan or basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 546
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 85mg