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Fettucine Alfredo

Name: Fettucine Alfredo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 227g Clotted Cream; 25g Butter; 1 tsp Corn Flour; 100g Parmesan Cheese; Grated Nutmeg; 250g Fettuccine; Chopped Parsley

Fettucine Alfredo is a classic Italian pasta that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Clotted Cream, Butter, Corn Flour, Parmesan Cheese, Nutmeg, Fettuccine and Parsley, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. True to traditional Italian cooking, the dish focuses on relying on ingredient purity, fresh herbs, aromatic garlic, and rich extra-virgin olive oil.

In authentic Italian tradition, Fettucine Alfredo is best presented with crusty artisan bread and a light green salad.

If you enjoy authentic Italian cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Chicken Alfredo Pasta.

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Ingredients

Clotted Cream227g
Butter25g
Corn Flour1 tsp
Parmesan Cheese100g
NutmegGrated
Fettuccine250g
ParsleyChopped

Step-by-Step Instructions

10 steps

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Step 1🍲 Simmer

In a medium saucepan, stir the clotted cream, butter and cornflour over a low-ish heat and bring to a low simmer.

Step 2

Turn off the heat and keep warm.

Step 3🥄 Mix

Meanwhile, put the cheese and nutmeg in a small bowl and add a good grinding of black pepper, then stir everything together (don’t add any salt at this stage).

Step 4⏱️ 3-4 mins

Put the pasta in another pan with 2 tsp salt, pour over some boiling water and cook following pack instructions (usually 3-4 mins).

Step 5

When cooked, scoop some of the cooking water into a heatproof jug or mug and drain the pasta, but not too thoroughly.

Step 6🍲 Simmer

Add the pasta to the pan with the clotted cream mixture, then sprinkle over the cheese and gently fold everything together over a low heat using a rubber spatula.

Step 7

When combined, splash in 3 tbsp of the cooking water.

Step 8

At first, the pasta will look wet and sloppy: keep stirring until the water is absorbed and the sauce is glossy.

Step 9

Check the seasoning before transferring to heated bowls.

Step 10✨ Serve

Sprinkle over some chives or parsley, then serve immediately.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Fettucine Alfredo reflects the timeless heritage of traditional Italian home cooking, relying on ingredient purity, fresh herbs, aromatic garlic, and rich extra-virgin olive oil. Prepared for generations for family gatherings and celebrations, it represents the heart of regional culinary identity.

Dietary Substitutions

For a richer sauce, replace a portion of the water with homemade bone broth, vegetable stock, or a splash of dry wine or red wine vinegar to cut through richness.

Chef Technique Tips

Take the time to thoroughly sear and brown clotted cream in batches before adding the braising liquid. The caramelized fond deposited on the bottom of the pot dissolves into the stew, providing depth and body that cannot be rushed.

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