Make Fettuccine Alfredo Bread Bowl at home easily. Also, the sauce stays smooth and creamy. While the bread bowl adds fun, flavor shines.
Ingredients
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
- 4 small round bread loaves (sourdough or artisan)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions. Meanwhile, prepare the Alfredo sauce.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Then, add garlic and sauté briefly.
- Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently. Next, stir continuously until slightly thickened.
- Add Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. However, keep stirring to prevent clumps.
- Toss cooked fettuccine with the sauce. Then, mix until evenly coated.
- Hollow out bread loaves and warm them in the oven. Finally, fill with Alfredo pasta and garnish.
Tips for the Best Alfredo Bread Bowl
- Use freshly grated Parmesan, so the sauce melts smoothly.
- Also, keep heat low to avoid separating the cream.
- Toast bread bowls lightly, because they hold sauce better.
- Serve immediately, while everything stays warm and creamy.
Variations
- Chicken Alfredo Bread Bowl: Add grilled chicken, so protein increases.
- Shrimp Alfredo: Stir in sautéed shrimp, while keeping sauce creamy.
- Veggie Alfredo: Add mushrooms or broccoli, so texture improves.
- Light Alfredo: Use half-and-half, but expect a thinner sauce.
Benefits of This Dish
- Provides energy from pasta, so it is filling and satisfying.
- Calcium from cheese supports bone health, while dairy adds richness.
- Bread bowl adds comfort and fun, therefore making meals memorable.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving, approx.)
- Calories: 620 kcal
- Protein: 22 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
Kid-Friendly Version
- Reduce garlic slightly, so flavors stay mild.
- Cut pasta shorter, while keeping sauce creamy.
- Serve in mini bread bowls, because kids enjoy smaller portions.
- Add steamed broccoli or peas, so veggies blend easily.
