My Version of Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce
Indulge in the rich, creamy decadence of "My Version of Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce," a homemade take on the classic Italian-American favorite. This luxurious sauce comes together in just 20 minutes and features a blend of freshly grated Parmesan and Romano cheeses, infused with the aromatic depth of garlic and balanced by the velvety richness of heavy cream. A perfect pairing for fettuccine or your pasta of choice, this recipe delivers a restaurant-quality Alfredo experience right in your kitchen. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a touch of brightness, it's an irresistible choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Ideal for fans of creamy pasta sauces, this recipe is a must-try for perfecting comfort food at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 cups Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 0.5 cups Romano cheese, freshly grated
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 pound Fettuccine pasta (optional, if serving with pasta)
Instructions
1. In a medium saucepan, melt unsalted butter over medium heat.
2. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
3. Gradually add the heavy cream to the saucepan, stirring to combine, and heat the mixture until it starts to simmer gently. Do not let it boil.
4. Reduce the heat to low and slowly whisk in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese and Romano cheese. Mix continuously until the cheeses are fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
5. Add the salt and ground black pepper, adjusting the seasoning to taste.
6. Let the sauce simmer on low for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.
7. If serving with pasta, cook the fettuccine according to the package instructions. Drain the pasta and toss it with the Alfredo sauce until evenly coated.
8. Garnish the sauce (or pasta) with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
9. Serve immediately and enjoy your rich, creamy Alfredo sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5120 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 396.4 g | 508% | |
| Saturated Fat | 240.7 g | 1204% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1131 mg | 377% | |
| Sodium | 8596 mg | 374% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.8 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | ||
| Protein | 196.4 g | 393% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 5205 mg | 400% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 954 mg | 20% | |
*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.
