Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of the Best Homemade Alfredo Sauce. This classic Italian-American sauce is easy to make and perfect for coating your favorite pasta dishes, chicken, or vegetables. With a hint of garlic and Parmesan cheese, this sauce is sure to elevate any meal.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add Garlic: Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
- Add Cream: Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring, then add the salt, pepper, and nutmeg if using. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened.
- Stir in Cheese: Reduce heat to low and gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese, a handful at a time, until fully melted and smooth. Continue stirring until the sauce is thick and creamy.
- Finish: Remove from heat and let sit for 1–2 minutes to thicken slightly more. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately over your favorite pasta, chicken, or vegetables.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best texture—pre-shredded cheese may result in a grainy sauce.
- This sauce does not reheat well, so enjoy it fresh.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 44g
- Saturated Fat: 28g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
