Fazoli's Fettuccine Alfredo (Copycat)
Description
Recreate Fazoli's famous Fettuccine Alfredo at home in just 25 minutes! Tender fettuccine tossed in a thick, creamy Parmesan sauce that's silky smooth and never grainy, thanks to one simple off-heat trick. Rich, comforting, and better than the restaurant.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fettuccine
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 4 oz cream cheese, cubed
- 1½ cups freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ⅛ tsp ground nutmeg, optional
- ½ cup reserved pasta water
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine in well-salted water to al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook 30–45 seconds until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and cream cheese. Whisk until smooth, 3–4 minutes. Simmer gently 3 minutes more.
- Remove from heat. Add Parmesan a handful at a time, whisking until melted. Stir in salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Add drained fettuccine and toss to coat. Loosen with pasta water as needed.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan and parsley.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Whisk
Notes
- Add cheese off the heat to prevent a grainy or broken sauce.
- Top with grilled chicken for Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo.
- Best served fresh; reheat leftovers gently with a splash of cream.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 827kcalCarbohydrates: 59gProtein: 23gFat: 56gSaturated Fat: 34gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 219mgSodium: 694mgPotassium: 318mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2013IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg