Better Than Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce
Indulge in the ultimate creamy delight with this *Better Than Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce* recipe, a decadent homemade version that outshines restaurant offerings. Made with a rich blend of unsalted butter, heavy cream, and softened cream cheese, this sauce achieves unmatched silkiness, while the combination of Parmesan and Romano cheeses adds layers of nutty, savory depth. Infused with the aromatic warmth of freshly minced garlic and seasoned to perfection with salt and black pepper, this Alfredo sauce is a quick 20-minute masterpiece that's perfect for spooning over your favorite pasta or using as a dip. Top with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor, and prepare to impress your family or dinner guests with this unforgettable, restaurant-quality dish. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, it's comfort food at its finest.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups Parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 0.5 cups Romano cheese, finely grated
- 2 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned.
Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir occasionally to ensure the cream does not scorch.
Add the softened cream cheese to the saucepan. Stir until fully melted and combined, creating a smooth mixture.
Gradually whisk in the Parmesan and Romano cheeses, one handful at a time, allowing each addition to melt completely before adding more. This will help to prevent any clumping.
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Stir thoroughly to distribute the seasoning.
Lower the heat to keep the sauce warm, and continue stirring occasionally to maintain a silky texture. Allow the flavors to meld together for an additional 3–4 minutes.
If the sauce becomes too thick, thin it out by adding a splash of heavy cream or reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.
Serve immediately over your favorite cooked pasta or use as a dipping sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
680 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.6 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.8 g | 179% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 3389 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.8 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 39.5 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1254 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 208 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
