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Named after the chef who first created it, Alfredo is a white, cream-based sauce prepared by slowly reducing the ingredients to a thicker consistency. Countless recipes are available, each with varying degrees of difficulty. Typically, more complicated recipes take longer to prepare and involve more complex flavors. However, a simple recipe may yield an equally pleasing meal. It's simply a matter of preference, skill and time available. Alfredo is typically served over fettuccine pasta, but it's delicious in many different settings. Try using the sauce to make pizza, or serve it as a dip to go with toasted Italian bread.
Instructions
1. Combine heavy whipping cream, butter, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste in a medium-size saucepan.
2. Place pan over medium heat. Leave uncovered, and stir occasionally. Allow temperature to rise to a mild simmer. Do not let the sauce boil vigorously, as it will burn. Adjust temperature as needed.
3. Fill medium or large pot with hot water, and heat to rolling boil.
4. Add 13 to 14 oz. fettuccine, olive oil (which keeps pasta from sticking together once drained) and a little salt to the water. Cover the pot, but stir regularly. Cook to al dente, a little over 10 minutes.
5. Mix grated cheeses together thoroughly, and slowly add them to sauce in small increments (roughly a tbsp.). Stir continuously as you gradually add the cheese. It is important to be patient, because adding the cheese too quickly creates a gritty Alfredo texture due to unmelted cheese. Repeat this process while the pasta boils.
6. Drain al dente pasta in colander or strainer. Add a small amount of olive oil, and stir, if necessary, to keep pasta from sticking. Set aside in a covered serving bowl.
7. Remove the Alfredo sauce from heat once it has reduced to the desired consistency--it should be thick and creamy with a smooth texture.
8. Pour sauce over pasta, and mix evenly. Do not to add too much Alfredo, because of its rich flavor. You may have extra sauce remaining.
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