Description
Fettuccine Alfredo is a creamy and comforting Italian-inspired pasta dish made with plant-based cheese, butter, cream, and a natural gelling agent, delivering a rich, velvety texture that clings perfectly to every strand of pasta. Ideal for cozy dinners or impressing guests, this recipe uses simple, accessible ingredients and is easily customizable to suit your taste with add-ins like vegetables or smoked turkey bacon.
Ingredients
Pasta
- Fettuccine noodles (good quality, about 12 oz)
Sauce Base
- Plant-based butter (2 tablespoons)
- Garlic cloves (2-3, minced)
- Plant-based cream (1 cup)
- Natural gelling agent (1 teaspoon, diluted with a little water)
- Plant-based cheese (creaminess) (1 cup, shredded or small pieces)
- Vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) (1 tablespoon)
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (freshly ground, to taste)
Garnish
- Fresh parsley (2 tablespoons, chopped)
Instructions
- Cook the Fettuccine: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine noodles and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain the pasta and reserve one cup of the pasta cooking water for later use in adjusting the sauce consistency.
- Prepare the Creamy Sauce: In a wide skillet, melt the plant-based butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes, taking care not to brown it. Slowly whisk in the plant-based cream and the natural gelling agent diluted with water, stirring continuously to avoid lumps and create a smooth base.
- Add the Cheese and Flavorings: Lower the heat and gradually stir in the plant-based cheese in small amounts, allowing it to fully melt before adding more. Add the vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), salt, and black pepper. If the sauce becomes too thick, add reserved pasta water in small increments until you reach the desired creamy consistency.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked fettuccine noodles to the skillet and toss gently but thoroughly until every strand is coated with the luscious sauce. Heat gently for 1 to 2 minutes to let the flavors meld and the sauce thicken to a velvety finish.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top for color and freshness. Serve immediately to enjoy the sauce at its creamiest and warmest.
Notes
- Choose fresh pasta if possible for better sauce absorption and texture.
- Reserve pasta water when draining to adjust sauce thickness without diluting flavors.
- Add plant-based cheese gradually on low heat to prevent clumping.
- Do not overcook the garlic; keep it golden to avoid bitterness.
- Serve the dish immediately for the best creamy experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Fettuccine Alfredo, plant-based pasta sauce, creamy pasta, vegetarian pasta, vegan Alfredo, dairy-free Alfredo
