Caffeine's Fettucini Alfredo - Classic Style

A favorite around Caffeine Central is Alfredo.. You can't beat this served with a little garlic bread on the side. Cook up some chicken, pancetta, or some nice veggies (steamed broccoli for example) to toss into it to make a different dish each time. This is so easy too. I wonder why I don't make it more often. Stop buying the crap in jars.. This is much easier

What you'll need:
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
2 cups heavy cream
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste (sub one clove garlic minced if desired)
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 12 box fettuccine pasta or pasta of your choice (penne is nice too)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan (I also use Romano for a bit more of a bite)

Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the cream, garlic powder, and pepper and simmer for 10-12 minutes until the sauce gets thick.

The the same time, boil the pasta to al dente (follow package instructions).

When the sauce gets to your desired consistency, stir in the Parmesan cheese.

When the pasta is cooked, drain it. Serve the pasta on plates with the Alfredo sauce poured over top. I will often serve it Southern family style where it's all mixed together in one serving dish for everyone to grab for themselves.

Enjoy!