Fettuccine Alfredo from An Italian Feast
This Italian fettuccine Alfredo from Rome is slippery when buttered.
Equipment
- Chef Knife or butter knife
- Tongs or wooden spoon
- Molcajete y Tejolote optional
Ingredients
- 1 lb pappardelle pasta or fettuccine
- 2 sticks unsalted butter
- ½ lb Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese freshly grated
- salt
- fresh black pepper
Instructions
- Slice the Butter: Wash your hands with soap and water. Use a knife and a cutting board to slice the butter. Transfer half of the butter to a large serving bowl.
- Boil the Water: Add water to a stock pot and place it on the stove. Add salt, enough to be as salty as the ocean, and bring it to a boil over high heat.
- Cook the Pasta: Once the water is boiling, add the pasta to the pot. Push it down into the pot as it cooks and stir occasionally until it is al dente, about 10 minutes, depending on the pasta.
- Grate the Cheese: Use a cheese grater to grate the Parmigiano-Reggiano into a clean bowl. Set it aside.
- Transfer the Pasta: Turn off the stove and drain the pasta when finished. Save ¾ cup of the cooking water. Transfer the pasta to the large serving bowl. Use tongs to coat the pasta in the butter-lined bowl.
- Sprinkle the Cheese on Top: Sprinkle the cheese on top of the pasta. Sprinkle the reserved pasta water over top. Toss to coat using the tongs.
- Add the Remaining Butter: Add the remaining butter to the serving bowl. Toss the pasta to coat. Sprinkle on the pepper as desired.
Notes
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
- See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
- Full Lesson Info and Pictures at: https://happyhomeschooladventures.com/fettuccine-alfredo
Nutrition
Calories: 531kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 18gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 128mgSodium: 469mgPotassium: 171mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 963IUCalcium: 362mgIron: 1mg
Estimated nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and is not guaranteed.
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