Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken and Broccoli

Most all of my recipes I can't take credit for, this one included. I often add something or change up an ingredient, but that does not make it MINE. This one is Giada's (also check out her new Target line!). Her recipes, like Ina's (my other fave), are simple and to the point, and ones you will go back to time and time again. Her basic recipe for alfredo is one not to miss---it's so simple. Never, never, never use the jarred stuff. It's okay not good- this is the real thang and totally worth the effort! I added chicken and broccoli, but make it your own! Next time I might add shrimp. Yummy to my tummy.

Fettuccine Alfredo (basic recipe)

1-1/2 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1-2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
pinch of nutmeg
salt
9 ounces fettuccine
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon white pepper (i used black. i'm a rebel.)

In a large heavy skillet, stir 1 cup of the cream and the lemon juice to blend. Add the butter and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the butter melts...about 3 minutes. Stir in the lemon zest and nutmeg. Remove from the heat.

Meanwhile, bring a large pot of boiling water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook until al dente. Drain. Add the pasta, remaining cream, parmesan, and the salt and pepper to taste.

Toss over low heat until the sauce thickens slightly , about 1 minute. Serve immediately!

Note: Cook the chicken (I sauteed in a grill pan with salt and pepper) and steam broccoli beforehand if using. Toss in last.

P.S. I am renaming my blog KARYNBACONFOOD.