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Best Homemade Alfredo Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Description

This Best Homemade Alfredo Sauce recipe is a rich, creamy, and flavorful sauce perfect for pairing with your favorite pasta dishes. Made from simple ingredients like butter, heavy cream, garlic, and Parmesan cheese, this classic Italian-inspired sauce comes together quickly in just 15 minutes, delivering restaurant-quality taste with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Alfredo Sauce Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Melt Butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter completely, ensuring it does not brown or burn.
  2. Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it brown.
  3. Add Heavy Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and stir gently to combine, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  4. Whisk in Parmesan Cheese: Reduce heat to low and gradually whisk in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy without lumps.
  5. Season Sauce: Add salt, black pepper, and optional nutmeg, stirring well to incorporate all the seasonings evenly.
  6. Simmer to Thicken: Allow the sauce to simmer gently on low heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.
  7. Remove from Heat and Garnish: Take the sauce off the heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for added color and freshness.
  8. Serve: Serve the Alfredo sauce immediately over freshly cooked pasta or use as desired.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the creamiest texture and best flavor.
  • Do not overheat the sauce to avoid curdling; keep heat low when adding cream and cheese.
  • Nutmeg is optional but adds a nice subtle warmth to the sauce.
  • For a thicker sauce, simmer a little longer; for a thinner sauce, add a splash of milk or cream.
  • This sauce pairs well with fettuccine, linguine, or your favorite pasta shapes.

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