Name: Classic Alfredo Pasta
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 plates
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 0.5 lb pasta; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 tbsp olive oil; 3 cloves garlic; 1 cup heavy cream; Salt; Black pepper; 0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 0.25 cup reserved pasta water

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Classic Alfredo Pasta

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Ingredients

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Instructions

Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta water and drain.

In a large pan, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1–2 minutes.

Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Stir in 3/4 cup Parmesan and mix until fully melted and the sauce thickens slightly.

Add the cooked pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water. Toss to coat and finish with a bit more Parmesan.

Serve hot and enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Cheese Grating Technique 🧀
Always grate Parmesan cheese fresh using a microplane or fine grater to ensure maximum meltability and prevent clumping in the sauce.
Pasta Water Magic 💧
Reserve at least 1 cup of pasta cooking water before draining - the starchy liquid is crucial for creating a silky, emulsified Alfredo sauce that clings perfectly to the pasta.
Garlic Infusion Technique 🧄
Gently toast minced garlic in butter over low heat to release its aromatics without burning, which can make the sauce bitter and acrid.
Cream Temperature Trick 🥛
Bring heavy cream to room temperature before adding to the sauce to prevent curdling and ensure a smooth, consistent texture.
Pasta Doneness Secret 🍝
Always cook pasta 1-2 minutes less than package instructions for al dente texture, as it will continue cooking when mixed with the hot sauce.