Mrs. Tucker's Alfredo

8 oz bowtie pasta
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup whipping or heavy cream
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp salt
dash of pepper
parsley flakes
cooked chicken - optional

Cook noodles as directed.  Meanwhile, in a skillet, heat butter and cream over medium heat, stirring frequently until butter is melted and mixture starts to bubble; reduce heat to low.  Simmer for 6 minutes, stirring frequently until slightly thickened.  Remove from heat.  Stir in cheese, salt, pepper and parsley.  Pour sauce over noodles and toss until well coated.