Vegetarian Fettuccine Alfredo

Vegetarian Fettuccine Alfredo

Fettuccine coated in a smooth sauce of butter, cream, garlic, and vegetarian Parmesan-style cheese.

Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Bring the water to a rolling boil in a large pot.

    Timer: 10 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 3000.0 ml Water

    Cookware: large pot

  2. Step 2

    Add the fettuccine and 6 gr salt. Cook until al dente according to the package timing, then reserve about 250 ml cooking water and drain the pasta.

    Timer: 10 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 400.0 gr Fettuccine, 6.0 gr Salt

    Cookware: colander, large pot, Liquid measuring cup

  3. Step 3

    Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant without browning.

    Timer: 2 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 8.0 gr Garlic, 85.0 gr Unsalted Butter

    Cookware: large skillet, wooden spoon

  4. Step 4

    Reduce to low heat and stir in the cream, remaining 2 gr salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Cook at a gentle simmer until slightly thickened.

    Timer: 3 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 2.0 gr Black Pepper, 0.5 gr Ground Nutmeg, 300.0 ml Heavy Cream, 2.0 gr Salt

    Cookware: large skillet, wooden spoon

  5. Step 5

    Remove the skillet from the heat. Gradually stir in the Parmesan-style cheese until melted and smooth.

    Timer: 2 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 150.0 gr Parmesan Cheese

    Cookware: large skillet, wooden spoon

  6. Step 6

    Add the drained fettuccine and toss until evenly coated. Loosen the sauce with reserved cooking water a little at a time if needed, then serve immediately.

    Timer: 2 min (fixed)

    Cookware: large skillet, tongs

Nutrition (Estimated)

Food safety

Caution: low

Serve promptly. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and use within 3 to 4 days; reheat thoroughly to 74°C.

Risk factors

  • Burns from boiling water and steam
  • Perishable cream and cheese sauce

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