Alfredo pasta

Alfredo pasta recipes have a long and storied history that can be traced back to the early 20th century. Alfredo di Lelio, a restaurant owner and chef in Rome, is credited with creating the dish, which was originally made with just butter and Parmesan cheese. di Lelio's restaurant, Alfredo alla Scrofa, became a popular destination for celebrities and dignitaries, and the dish soon gained international fame.

Over the years, Alfredo pasta recipes have been adapted and tweaked to suit different tastes. Today, there are countless variations of the dish, with ingredients like cream, garlic, and chicken often added to the mix. Whether you prefer your Alfredo pasta with a traditional twist or a modern twist, there's sure to be a recipe out there that's perfect for you.

Advice

Alfredo pasta is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. When making alfredo pasta, it is important to use high-quality ingredients. Use a good-quality parmesan cheese and a high-quality pasta such as fettuccine. Also, be sure to cook the pasta until it is al dente, as overcooking can make the dish too mushy. Finally, do not forget to season with salt and pepper before serving - a little bit of seasoning will make the dish even more delicious.

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Recipes

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Cajun Chicken Alfredo Pasta

  • milk
  • chicken breast
  • black pepper
  • salt
  • butter
  • cajun seasoning
  • garlic
  • parmesan cheese
  • cream cheese
  • farfalle pasta
  • vegetable
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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Alfredo Pasta

  • parmesan cheese
  • shrimp
  • olive oil
  • garlic powder
  • italian seasoning
  • heavy cream
  • butter
  • garlic
  • pepper
  • salt
  • fettuccini noodle
  • cream cheese
  • salt
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Salmon Alfredo Pasta

  • shallot eschallot
  • heavy cream
  • salt
  • butter
  • parmesan cheese
  • hot smoked salmon
  • fettuccine
  • parmesan cheese
  • parsley
  • black pepper grind
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Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta

  • mozzarella cheese
  • corn starch
  • parsley
  • garlic
  • salt
  • parmesan cheese
  • black pepper
  • canola oil
  • water
  • chicken breast
  • bowtie pasta
  • chicken broth
  • light cream cheese
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Asiago Garlic Alfredo Pasta

  • asiago cheese
  • fettuccine pasta
  • garlic powder
  • italian seasoning
  • heavy cream
  • butter
  • garlic
  • pepper
  • salt
  • cream cheese
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Baked Chicken Alfredo Pasta

  • parmesan cheese
  • garlic powder
  • italian seasoning
  • heavy cream
  • butter
  • garlic
  • parmesan cheese
  • pepper
  • salt
  • penne pasta
  • chicken
  • mozzarella cheese
  • cream cheese

Ingredient Breakdown

 
parmesan cheese
salt
garlic
heavy cream
butter
black pepper
chicken breast
cream cheese
garlic powder
mozzarella cheese
olive oil
fettuccine
parsley
italian seasoning
pepper
pasta
milk
cajun seasoning
chicken broth
casarecce
lemon zest
broccoli rabe
panko bread crumb
mushroom
garlic parley salt
light olive oil
broccoli
whipping cream
farfalle pasta
vegetable
chicken stock broth
shrimp
fettuccini noodle
butternut squash
nutmeg
shallot eschallot
hot smoked salmon
black pepper grind
corn starch
canola oil
water
bowtie pasta
light cream cheese
half
fettuccini pasta
asiago cheese
fettuccine pasta
penne pasta
chicken
alfredo sauce

Insights

Correlated with Lower Ratings

  • butter

Staple Ingredients

  • parmesan cheese 83%
  • salt 83%

Common Ingredients

  • garlic 75%

Rarey Ingredients

  • butter 58%
  • heavy cream 58%