Garlicy Alfredo Sauce
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of this Garlicy Alfredo Sauce, a homemade masterpiece that transforms simple ingredients into pure creamy perfection. Crafted with sautéed garlic, heavy cream, and a blend of Parmesan and cream cheese, this sauce strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and flavor. The addition of nutmeg lends a subtle warmth, while fresh parsley offers a vibrant garnish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy Alfredo sauce is perfect for dressing up pasta, drizzling over pizza, or serving as a decadent dip. With its irresistibly garlicky aroma and silky texture, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners or elegant occasions, it's a versatile and mouthwatering classic you'll come back to again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1.5 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.125 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Lower the heat to medium-low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir gently to combine.
Add the cream cheese to the saucepan in small chunks. Continue stirring until it melts and fully integrates into the sauce.
Gradually whisk in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese, one handful at a time, ensuring it melts completely before adding more.
Season the sauce with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a pinch of ground nutmeg. Stir well to combine.
Let the sauce simmer gently on low heat for 3–5 minutes to thicken, stirring occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Remove the sauce from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Serve immediately with your favorite cooked pasta, as a pizza base, or as a dip for breadsticks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3733 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 328.0 g | 421% | |
| Saturated Fat | 200.3 g | 1002% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 952 mg | 318% | |
| Sodium | 6966 mg | 303% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.5 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 140.9 g | 282% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 4038 mg | 311% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 695 mg | 15% | |
*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.
