Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this Easy Homemade Alfredo Sauce. Perfect for coating your favorite pasta dishes, this sauce is quick to make and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Optional:
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Sauté Garlic: Add minced garlic, sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Cream: Slowly pour in heavy cream, stirring constantly.
- Season: Stir in salt, pepper, and nutmeg if using.
- Add Cheese: Gradually add Parmesan cheese, whisking until smooth.
- Simmer: Let the sauce simmer on low heat for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve over cooked pasta. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best results.
- Best served fresh; store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 44g
- Saturated Fat: 28g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
