Description
This creamy Alfredo pasta with tender green cabbage is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dish. Featuring sautéed cabbage in a rich Parmesan cream sauce, it combines simple ingredients for a comforting, flavorful meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend treat.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 8 oz fettuccine or other pasta
Vegetables
- 3 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Dairy
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
Garnish
- Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining the pasta.
- Sauté garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Cook cabbage: Add the thinly sliced green cabbage to the skillet and cook, stirring frequently, for 5-7 minutes or until the cabbage becomes tender and slightly translucent.
- Add cream and pepper: Pour in the heavy cream and sprinkle in the black pepper. Stir well, then simmer the mixture for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Melt Parmesan cheese: Reduce the heat to low and gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until it’s melted and creates a smooth, creamy sauce. Season with salt to taste.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Toss the drained pasta in the skillet with the cabbage Alfredo sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add small amounts of the reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top if desired, and serve the creamy cabbage Alfredo pasta warm.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best melt and flavor.
- Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency smoothly without thinning flavor.
- Can substitute fettuccine with any pasta shape you prefer.
- To make it lighter, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream, but the sauce will be less rich.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian