Description
Enjoy Slow Cooker Creamy Alfredo Pasta—a rich, creamy, and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for holiday gatherings or any comforting meal.
Ingredients
- Pasta (12 oz) – Fettuccine is traditional, but you can use any pasta shape you prefer such as penne or spaghetti.
- Unsalted Butter (1/2 cup) – The base of the sauce; using unsalted butter allows you to control the saltiness of the dish.
- Heavy Cream (1 cup) – This ingredient provides richness and helps create the creamy texture that Alfredo is known for.
- Grated Parmesan Cheese (1 cup) – Freshly grated is best for a smoother melt and deeper flavor.
- Garlic (3 cloves, minced) – Adds depth and aromatic flavor to the dish.
- Salt and Pepper (to taste) – Essential for seasoning your dish without overpowering the cheesy flavor.
- Chopped Fresh Parsley (for garnish) – Optional, but it provides a nice color contrast and a fresh taste.
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter.
- Add the 3 cloves of minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for about 1-2 minutes or until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream, stirring continuously. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing it to heat through.
- Gradually add 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and combined. Allow the sauce to thicken slightly (about 3-5 minutes).
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Incorporate the drained pasta into the sauce, tossing to evenly coat. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.
- Once everything is well mixed and heated through, remove the pasta from heat.
- For garnishing, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top before serving. Enjoy your Alfredo pasta warm!