How to Make Linguine Alfredo

Spice up dinner by adding a twist to a traditional pasta dish. Your family will thank you for it. Read on to learn how to make linguine Alfredo.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Alfredo sauce
• 1 Portabella mushroom cap chopped coarsely
• 1/4 tsp. finely chopped garlic
• 1 tsp. butter
• 8 oz. linguine (dry)
• 1/4 tsp. chopped parsley
• Dash of salt
• 1/4 tsp. olive oil

1. 
    

   Bring 6 cups of water to a boil. Add salt and butter to water for seasoning.

2. 
    

   Heat olive oil in large skillet on medium-high heat, toss in portabella cap. Cook about five minutes or until slightly crispy. When done, remove from heat.

3. 
    

   Add linguine to water and allow to cook eight to 10 minutes, or until it reaches desired wellness.

4. 
    

   Drain linguine and run under cold water for two minutes. This will prevent the linguine from overcooking.

5. 
    

   Add Alfredo sauce, garlic, and chopped portabella in a large pot over medium heat. Allow sauce to warm up before adding pasta.

6. 
    

   Add linguine and parsley and stir, to mix together. Let cook on low heat for about five minutes.

7. Plate and serve.

Tips & Warnings

• Add shrimp or chicken for a heartier dish.
• Try different styles of mushrooms for varying flavor.
• Rub portabella mushroom with dry towel or napkin rather than rinsing. It will retain more of the mushroom flavor.
• Avoid high carbohydrates by purchasing whole wheat linguine.

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