Description

This Homemade Alfredo Sauce is a rich and creamy classic that transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality dish.

Ingredients

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1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
2 cloves Garlic, minced
2 cups Heavy Cream
2 cups Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/2 teaspoon Salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper, or to taste
Pinch of Freshly Grated Nutmeg (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare Your Ingredients: Grate the Parmesan cheese and mince the garlic
Melt the Butter: Place a medium-sized saucepan over medium-low heat and add the butter until it melts
Sauté the Garlic: Add minced garlic to the melted butter and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute
Add the Heavy Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and stir gently, increasing the heat to medium to bring to a gentle simmer
Whisk in the Parmesan: Gradually add the Parmesan cheese while whisking continuously until melted and smooth
Season the Sauce: Stir in salt, black pepper, and optional nutmeg; adjust to taste
Achieve Desired Consistency: Cook for another 1-2 minutes on low heat, whisking until thickened. Add pasta water if needed
Serve Immediately: Toss the sauce with cooked pasta or serve as desired

Notes

Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 22g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 100mg