The Apartment

1 lb fettucine
6 tbsp butter
1 shallot, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1. Cook fettucine, and drain in a colander, reserving 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking liquid. Return pasta to pot.
2. While pasta is cooking, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add shallots and sauté.
3. Add heavy cream and bring to a boil. Cook until sauce has reduced slightly, about 5 minutes.
4. Add butter-cream mixture to pasta, tossing with Parmesan until thoroughly combined. Season with salt, pepper, parsley, and a dash of nutmeg.