Description
A creamy and comforting spaghetti alfredo that’s easy to make and satisfying to eat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the heavy cream and stir until combined.
- Mix in the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Gradually add the Parmesan cheese, stirring until smooth.
- Drain the spaghetti and add it to the sauce, mixing well.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Add cooked chicken or vegetables for extra nutrition.
- Gluten-free pasta can be used as a substitute for spaghetti.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: spaghetti alfredo, pasta, creamy sauce, Italian recipe