Olive Garden-Style Fettuccine Alfredo

This dish uses grass-fed butter and aged cheese to create a rich, minimally refined Alfredo sauce.

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Ingredients

  • 8 oz organic whole grain fettuccine
  • 4 tbsp grass-fed butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups organic heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the whole grain fettuccine until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-low heat, melt the grass-fed butter.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Pour in the organic heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer (do not boil rapidly).
  5. Reduce the liquid by about one-third, then whisk in the grated cheese slowly until smooth.
  6. Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed for desired consistency.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra black pepper before serving.

FAQ

What makes this recipe a clean eating option?

The recipe uses organic ingredients, avoids refined sugars and artificial additives, and relies on grass-fed butter as a cleaner fat source.

Why is grass-fed butter used instead of seed oils in this dish?

Grass-fed butter provides essential vitamins and healthier fats compared to seed oils, making it the cleaner choice for this recipe.

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