Classic Fettuccine Alfredo

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup salted butter, chilled and cubed, divided
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 1/8 tsp nutmeg
• 1/8 tsp white pepper
• 1 cup whipping cream
• 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt
• 8 oz (250 g) fettuccine or linguine, cooked and drained

Directions

1. To prepare sauce, melt 2 tbsp butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 – 2 minutes.
2. Add nutmeg and white pepper; cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add remaining 6 tbsp butter and cream.
3. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened, about 1 – 3 minutes.
4. Add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted. Season to taste with salt. Remove from heat. Add hot cooked fettuccine to sauce and toss to coat.