In a deep pan or a sauce pan add water and salt. Stir. Place
saucepan on stovetop and bring the water to a boil on high heat.
Once the water comes to a boil, add the fettuccine pasta or other
pasta of choice. Use a spoon to push the fettuccine down into the
boiling water as they soften, until fully submerged. Cook pasta
according to package instructions or until the al dente. That means
cooked through but with a slight bite. Boil fettuccine on medium to
high heat. Drain the water, making sure to save and set aside about
a ½ cup of the cooked pasta water. You might want to use a bit to
thin out the alfredo sauce.
Making Alfredo Sauce: Meanwhile when the pasta is cooking, begin to
make the alfredo sauce. In a large, deep skillet melt salted or
unsalted butter on low heat...