Pasta & Italian-American

Fettuccine Alfredo in Los Angeles

Look for broad egg fettuccine ribbons twirled in a velvety emulsion of melted butter, heavy cream, and freshly grated aged Parmesan cheese at Imperial Night Market in Downtown LA on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings, when a vendor is serving it. Free entry.

2300 E 15th St, Downtown LA · Free entry
CATEGORY
Pasta & Italian-American
ORIGIN
Rome, Italy
PREPARATION
Tender fettuccine ribbons tossed with rich butter, cream, and grated Parmesan cheese.
MARKET
Imperial Night Market, Downtown LA
HERITAGE

The origins of Fettuccine Alfredo

The modern dish emerged in Rome during the early twentieth century.

Broad egg noodles holding rich sauceVelvety emulsion of butter and cheeseAromatic aged Parmesan umami depthBrightened with cracked black pepper

If you like Fettuccine Alfredo

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between traditional Roman and American Alfredo?

Roman versions use only butter and cheese, whereas American styles incorporate heavy cream and garlic.

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