1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, (plus more for serving (optional))
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves, (plus more for serving (optional))
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, (plus more for serving )
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, (plus more for serving)
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Categories
Main Course
Steps
Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Once boiling, add the pasta and plenty of salt and cook according to package directions.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and crushed red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, being careful not to burn, about 2 minutes.
Add the heavy cream, parsley, garlic powder, and black pepper and whisk until well combined. Bring to a light simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
Add the Parmesan and whisk until well combined, simmering lightly until the cheese is melted and well incorporated into the sauce and not stringy, about 4 minutes.
When the pasta is ready, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water then drain the pasta. Add the pasta to the sauce and toss until well combined. Add the lemon juice and more salt to taste. If the pasta seems dry or the sauce is too thick, add pasta water as needed, 1/4 cup at a time, until the sauce thins out slightly and coats the pasta until it is nice and glossy.
Divide among your bowls and garnish with more Parmesan, parsley, freshly ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Nutitrion
Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 736 kcal
Carbohydrates: 65 g
Protein: 23 g
Fat: 43 g
Saturated Fat: 26 g
Trans Fat: 1 g
Cholesterol: 186 mg
Sodium: 2186 mg
Sugar: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
Reviews
Amanda on 2026-08-22 (5 stars): This recipe is so flavorful and simple! it has become a staple in our house. We also use it for our ravioli so we appreciate how versatile it can be. The best Alfredo recipe we’ve found!
kylie on 2026-07-01 (5 stars): i did what it said and the food was magnificent i loved it so much .
tiara on 2025-12-20 (5 stars): This was so simple but amazingly flavorful, will definitely be put into the rotation
Terra on 2025-07-26 (5 stars): this is the best recipe for alfredo. I love to lemon after the sauce is complete...it's give the sauce a zing. I'm adding spinach and mushrooms and chicken as sides to this meal.
Jenna on 2025-05-21 (5 stars): The best Alfredo hands down!!!
Randy B on 2025-03-22 (5 stars): Alex, your recipe is very good with simple ingredients. We love it and use your recipe quite often. I’m a Cajun, married to an Italianj, and we toss in either blackened grilled chicken, leftover cajun boiled crawfish tails or shrimp. C’est Très Bon!!!
Tiffany on 2025-02-06 (5 stars): 5 stars!! This was the perfect amount of creaminess and so tasty! My whole family asked for seconds. I will be adding this to our rotation.
