Description
This Gluten Free Alfredo is a quick and creamy comfort food filled with rich flavors, making it an ideal dish for busy weeknights or cozy dinners at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces gluten free fettuccine
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 1/2 cups half and half
- 1 1/2 cups fresh grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- Parsley to serve
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook gluten-free fettuccine according to package instructions, stirring occasionally; reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
- In a medium skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until golden brown and aromatic (2-3 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low and whisk in half and half followed by grated parmesan until melted and slightly thickened.
- Add drained fettuccine to the sauce, tossing with tongs until well coated; adjust salt to taste.
- Plate the dish and garnish with parsley and optional red pepper flakes. Serve immediately.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For freezing, use freezer-safe containers and consume within 3 months; texture may alter slightly.
Reheat gently over low heat, adding a splash of milk or pasta water if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg