Low Sodium Classic Alfredo Sauce
Creamy, rich, and irresistibly smooth, this Low Sodium Classic Alfredo Sauce offers all the indulgence of traditional Alfredo but with a heart-healthy twist! Crafted with unsalted butter, low sodium chicken broth, and freshly grated Parmesan, this sauce delivers bold, comforting flavors while keeping the salt in check. A touch of nutmeg and black pepper adds depth, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley brings brightness to each bite. Perfectly thickened with a flour-based roux and finished with heavy cream, this velvety sauce clings beautifully to pasta or pairs effortlessly with proteins like grilled chicken or shrimp. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick and satisfying choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 large, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Sprinkle the flour over the garlic-butter mixture and stir continuously for about 1 minute to form a roux.
Gradually whisk in the low sodium chicken broth, ensuring there are no lumps, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Slowly add the heavy cream while whisking continuously. Allow the sauce to return to a gentle simmer, about 3-4 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and add the freshly grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
Season the sauce with ground black pepper and a pinch of nutmeg to enhance the flavor.
Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the fresh parsley.
Serve immediately over your choice of pasta or protein, such as grilled chicken or shrimp.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2303 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 195.0 g | 250% | |
| Saturated Fat | 119.0 g | 595% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 554 mg | 185% | |
| Sodium | 4268 mg | 186% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 96.8 g | 194% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 2686 mg | 207% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 685 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.
