Fettuccine Alfredo

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 pounds fettuccine pasta
• 2 sticks unsalted butter softened
• Salt
• Pepper
• 3 1/4 cups grated Parmesan cheese
• 3/4 cup or more pasta water reserved
• Large shred of Parmesan for garnish
• Fresh chopped or dried parsley for garnish

Preparation:

Cook the pasta according to the package directions, reserving some of the pasta water. Transfer pasta to a large bowl and set aside. Place the butter in a large skillet and smash with the back of a spoon. Add 3/4 cup of warm pasta water and turn heat to low. Cook for 2 minutes. Toss the sauce with the grated cheese and pasta for 2 minutes, until coated. If necessary, add a little more pasta water to achieve the desired consistency for the sauce. Garnish with shreds of Parmesan cheese and parsley. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.