An extremely simple alfredo recipe that can be thrown together quickly, perfect for those busy nights when you need dinner on the table fast. Adjust the seasonings and pasta to fit your family's preferences.
1: While your pasta of choice is boiling, sauté the shallot and garlic with the butter and olive oil for about a minute.
2: Add in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle bubble.
3: Season with salt and pepper.
4: Once the heavy cream has thickened slightly (about 3-4 minutes), whisk in the grated parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
5: Lower heat to simmer for another 3-4 minutes.
6: Add the cooked pasta and reserved half cup of pasta water, stirring well.
7: Allow pasta to sit off heat for 1-2 minutes for sauce to thicken.
8: Serve and enjoy.
