Ingredients

  • 1 lb. fettuccine
  • 1/2 c. butter
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1/4 c. dry white wine or dry sherry
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 Tbsp. freshly chopped parsley
  • 1 tsp. chopped fresh basil or 1/2 tsp. dried
  • 1 c. heavy cream
  • 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 Tbsp. chopped chives (optional; garnish)

Method

  • Cook the fettuccine in boiling, salted water until al dente. Drain well.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet and saute the garlic for 3 to 4 minutes over low heat.
  • Remove the garlic from the skillet and discard.
  • Add the wine, salt, pepper, parsley and basil and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add the cream and heat through. Place the fettuccine in heated bowl.
  • Pour cream sauce and Parmesan cheese over the pasta and mix well.
  • Garnish with chives and serve.