Friday Reflections – Fettuccine Alfredo

Fettuccine Alfredo by Nadia Caterina Munno//The Pasta Queen

First Impressions

What a fun recipe! This one definitely brought some laughter into the kitchen. I cannot say I was immediately successful making the pasta… those eggs got away from me as I tried to incorporate them into the flour, escaping right out of the well and onto the countertop. I was chasing eggs like it was a sport. Not quite the effortless Italian scene I had envisioned!

Flavor, Simplicity & Modifications

Despite all of that… the flavor was AMAZING. Rich, buttery, cheesy—in the best, most comforting way. You can absolutely see why this simple Roman dish is so loved. Even with imperfect pasta, the end result was still incredibly satisfying.

What I Would Keep the Same Next Time

• The simple, authentic ingredients
• The technique of finishing the pasta in the pan with butter and cheese
• Letting this be a fun experience instead of trying to make it perfect

What I Might Try Differently

• Work more slowly when incorporating the eggs (maybe build a sturdier flour well!)
• Roll the pasta much thinner—paper thin is the goal
• Keep practicing… because clearly this is a skill that develops over time

A Little Reality Check (and a Laugh)

I truly thought I would be a pasta-making expert right away… turns out, this takes practice! It also didn’t help that my husband (aka My Favorite Critic) kept comparing my “method” to Nadia’s flawless version—LOL.

To be fair, he had the more tedious job of grating ALL that Parmigiano-Reggiano… so we’ll call it even.

And the pasta? Let’s just say it leaned more toward German spaetzle than delicate Italian fettuccine. Definitely not “melt in your mouth”—more like “chew thoughtfully before swallowing.” 😂

Final Thoughts

All that being said, I see the potential—and that’s what keeps me coming back. This was such a fun experience, and I will absolutely try it again… with a little more patience and a lot more grace for myself.

Thank you to Nadia Caterina Munno for teaching me something new—and reminding me that sometimes the joy is in the process, not just the outcome. 🍝