Description
This rich and creamy Alfredo sauce is a timeless Italian-inspired classic, perfect for coating pasta, drizzling over vegetables, or using as a base for casseroles. Made with simple pantry staples, it delivers restaurant-quality flavor in minutes.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced or finely grated
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
- Optional: pinch of nutmeg
Instructions
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream while whisking to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until fully melted and smooth.
- Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg if desired.
- Remove from heat once thickened and serve immediately over pasta or your desired dish.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best melting and flavor.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half or whole milk for heavy cream.
- The sauce thickens as it cools—add a splash of cream or milk when reheating.
- Don’t boil the sauce—gentle simmering prevents curdling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 28g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
