Easy Homemade Alfredo Sauce
Rich, creamy, and full of flavor-this homemade Alfredo Sauce is a go-to for busy nights, family dinners, or when you just want something comforting and cheesy. With only a handful of ingredients, it comes together quickly and tastes a thousand times better than anything from a jar. Double or triple it-trust me, you'll want leftovers.
Ingredients
- 4 Tablespoons butter
- 1-2 cloves of fresh garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups fresh parmesan grated or shredded
Instructions
Melt the butter:
- In a large, deep skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Once it's melted and slightly bubbling, add the minced garlic.
Sautè the garlic:
- Cook the garlic for about 30-60 seconds, just until fragrant and slightly starting to turn golden. Don't walk away-garlic can go from golden to bitter in a second.
Add cream and cheese:
- Pour in the heavy cream and toss in the grated Parmesan. Stir it all together until the cheese is mostly melted.
Simmer to thicken:
- Turn the heat to low or medium-low and let the sauce gently cook, stirring frequently. The cheese will fully melt and the sauce will thicken - this usually takes 5-7 minutes.
Serve and enjoy:
- Serve hot over cooked fettucchini noodles and with the protein of you choice. Great for dipping breadsticks as well.
Notes
- This recipe easily doubles or triples to feed a crowd or save for leftovers.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan - pre-shredded doesn't melt the same and can leave the sauce gritty.
- If your sauce thickens too much, stir in a splash of more cream or pasta water to loosen it up.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.55cup
Nutrition values are estimates, for exact values consult a nutritionist.
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