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Directions
8 oz cream cheese -- cubed
3/4 c grated Parmesan cheese
1 stick butter -- softened
1/2 c heavy cream
8 oz fettucine -- cooked &
: drained
1/8 ts fresh grated nutmeg
In a large saucepan, stir together the cream cheese, parmesan,
butter, and cream. Heat, stirring, until smooth. Add hot, cooked
fettuccini, and toss until well covered. Serve immediately, sprinkled
with nutmeg.
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NOTES : Margarine, and milk can be substituted for the butter and
cream for the weakat heart. Recipe By
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Servings: 4 servings
15-Minute Creamy Fettuccini Alfredo Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Italian; Pasta
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