Fettuccine Alfredo

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 pounds fettuccine pasta
• 2 sticks unsalted butter softened
• Salt
• Pepper
• 3 1/4 cups grated Parmesan cheese
• 3/4 cup or more pasta water reserved
• Large shred of Parmesan for garnish
• Fresh chopped or dried parsley for garnish

Preparation:

Cook the pasta according to the package directions, reserving some of the pasta water. Transfer pasta to a large bowl and set aside. Place the butter in a large skillet and smash with the back of a spoon. Add 3/4 cup of warm pasta water and turn heat to low. Cook for 2 minutes. Toss the sauce with the grated cheese and pasta for 2 minutes, until coated. If necessary, add a little more pasta water to achieve the desired consistency for the sauce. Garnish with shreds of Parmesan cheese and parsley. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.

Irene Milito