1/2 c. butter
1/2 c. heavy cream
1 lb. noodles or fettuccini (cooked as directed on pkg.)
1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese or more
salt and pepper to taste

Heat butter and cream. Do not boil. Mound pasta in warm buttered bowl and pour on cream; sprinkle generously with cheese and toss thoroughly but lightly. Season to taste.

Variation: Can add one cup sautéed mushrooms to the cream and cheese or pour 1 cup butter, browned until golden, over warm pasta first. Sprinkle with cheese.