Name: The best fettuccine Alfredo recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: italian
Ingredients: 375g fettuccine; 60g butter, chopped; Large pinch of ground nutmeg; 300ml pure cream; 140g (2 cups) freshly grated parmesan, plus extra to serve; 1 egg yolk; 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives

by Amira Georgy Last updated on 04/27/2022

Looking for a satisfying yet speedy midweek dinner? Well look no further! This wonderfully creamy and cheesy pasta dish will tick all your boxes. - Amira Georgy

Ingredients

375g fettuccine
60g butter, chopped
Large pinch of ground nutmeg
300ml pure cream
140g (2 cups) freshly grated parmesan, plus extra to serve
1 egg yolk
2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives

Method

Step 1

Cook the pasta in a large saucepan of salted boiling water following packet directions or until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid.
Step 2

Heat butter and nutmeg in a large deep frying pan over medium-low heat. Add cream and bring just to a simmer. Add parmesan and stir until just smooth. Whisk in egg yolk. Remove from heat. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 3

Stir pasta into sauce with enough cooking liquid to create smooth silky sauce.
Step 4

Serve pasta topped with chives and extra parmesan.