Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo

By DebKroon

Ingredients

• 1 cup ( 2 sticks) butter, softened
• 2 cups whipping cream
• 2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 box (1 lb.) fettucine
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper
• Fresh basil leaves

Preparation

Step 1

1. Place the butter in a large heatproof bowl. Using an electric mixer set on low speed, beat until smooth. Add the cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir until well blended; set aside.

2. Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions. Drain well ad immediately add the hot pasta to the butter mixture in a large bowl. Using two forks, toss the fettuccine in the butter mixture to coat well. Add the salt and pepper.

3. Divide the pasta between 4 plates. quickly slice the basil into shreds and garish. Serve immediately.