Fettuccine Alfredo - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package fettuccine pasta
1/2 cup butter
2 cups heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, freshly grated
freshly grated parmesan cheese, as accompaniment

Preparation

Cook pasta according to package directions.
While pasta is being prepared, melt butter in large skillet; add cream, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and simmer for a few minutes uncovered to reduce and thicken sauce.
Remove from heat and add cooked fettuccini and 1 cup Parmigiana Reggiano. Toss to combine and serve immediately with an extra sprinkling of Paremesan cheese over the top, if desired.
NOTE: The success of this dish depends entirely on the use of fresh Parmesan cheese.
Feel free to add any vegetables or meat to this basic recipe. Delish!