Cajun Alfredo Sauce Matt
Elevate your dinner table with the bold and creamy flavors of Cajun Alfredo Sauce Matt, a rich, velvety blend of classic Alfredo elegance and zesty Cajun spices. This easy-to-make sauce features a heavenly base of unsalted butter, minced garlic, and heavy cream, perfectly balanced with Parmesan cheese for a decadent texture. The addition of Cajun seasoning, paprika, and a pinch of red pepper flakes (if you're craving extra heat) adds a tantalizingly smoky, spicy kick to every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with pasta, chicken, or seafood, making it a perfect weeknight dinner or an impressive dish for entertaining. Garnished with fresh parsley, this Cajun-inspired Alfredo is a must-try comfort food creation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly to combine with the butter and garlic.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for 3-4 minutes.
Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese, a little at a time, until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, black pepper, and, if desired, red pepper flakes. Stir well to distribute the spices evenly.
Allow the sauce to simmer, stirring occasionally, for another 5 minutes, or until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Remove the sauce from heat and taste for seasoning, adjusting as necessary.
Serve immediately over your choice of pasta, chicken, or seafood, and garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh, vibrant touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2525 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 244.2 g | 313% | |
| Saturated Fat | 148.0 g | 740% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 724 mg | 241% | |
| Sodium | 5374 mg | 234% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.8 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 49.3 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1359 mg | 105% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 95 mg | 2% | |
*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.
