Quite an indulgence, perhaps not for those counting calories. Always remember, moderation is key so enjoy good food with good people and good conversation whenever you can!
1 box fettuccine noodles
1 1/4 sticks butter, softened (don’t use margarine)
2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
1-2 tsp. kosher salt
3/4 tsp. black pepper
4-6 large, fresh basil leaves, stemmed and sliced into ribbons
Thirty minutes before beginning to boil water for pasta, on your counter top set out the butter, heavy cream and Parmesan cheese for room temperature purposes. In a large pot of salted, boiling water, cook the noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, into a large bowl, place the softened butter and mash as best you can with a wooden spoon then add the cream and cheese and mix well.
Meanwhile, drain the pasta and immediately transfer to the bowl with the butter mixture and mix very, very well. Add the salt, pepper and basil and mix well again – be careful because it spatters – serve.