Classic Alfredo Sauce
Indulge in the creamy decadence of this Classic Alfredo Sauce recipe—an Italian-inspired delight that transforms simple ingredients into culinary magic. Featuring rich unsalted butter, velvety heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, this quick and easy sauce comes together in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Accented with aromatic garlic and a dash of black pepper, this sauce offers a luscious texture and robust flavor, ideal for coating your favorite pasta or enhancing dishes like chicken or vegetables. Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of vibrant color and freshness. Whether you're craving comfort food or elevating a homemade meal, this Alfredo sauce is your answer to irresistible indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese to the saucepan, stirring continuously until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir well to combine.
For a richer sauce, you may simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, but be cautious not to overcook as the sauce may separate.
Once the sauce reaches your desired consistency, remove it from the heat immediately.
Serve the Alfredo sauce tossed with your favorite pasta, or as a rich topping for chicken or vegetables. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1699 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.0 g | 210% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.0 g | 500% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 484 mg | 161% | |
| Sodium | 3308 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.5 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 48.9 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1347 mg | 104% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 53 mg | 1% | |
*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.
