Roasted Garlic Bacon Alfredo Sauce
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this rich and creamy Roasted Garlic Bacon Alfredo Sauce, a luxurious twist on the classic Alfredo. This recipe combines the bold, savory flavors of crispy thick-cut bacon and sweet, caramelized roasted garlic with a velvety blend of heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and a touch of cream cheese for extra creaminess. Finished with a hint of nutmeg and fresh parsley, this homemade Alfredo sauce delivers a decadent, restaurant-quality experience in just 45 minutes. Perfect for draping over pasta, crowning a gourmet pizza, or serving as a crowd-pleasing dip, this dish is a showstopper for any meal. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, your kitchen will smell irresistible, and your taste buds will thank you!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 Whole garlic bulb
- 2 teaspoons Olive oil
- 6 slices Thick-cut bacon
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 pinch Nutmeg (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice off the top of the garlic bulb to expose the cloves. Drizzle with 2 teaspoons of olive oil, wrap it tightly in aluminum foil, and roast in the oven for 30 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and golden brown.
While the garlic roasts, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the cooked bacon, place it on a paper towel-lined plate, and crumble it once cooled. Set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium-low heat. Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins and mash them into a paste using a fork. Stir the garlic paste into the melted butter.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream, whisking constantly to incorporate the butter and garlic mixture. Heat the cream until it starts to gently simmer; do not boil.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese and cream cheese, whisking until fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Season the sauce with salt, ground black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg, if using.
Crumble the cooked bacon into the sauce and stir to combine.
Remove the sauce from the heat and serve immediately over your favorite pasta, as a pizza base, or as a dip.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3477 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 327.5 g | 420% | |
| Saturated Fat | 176.9 g | 885% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 846 mg | 282% | |
| Sodium | 4868 mg | 212% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.1 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 69.6 g | 139% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1574 mg | 121% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 662 mg | 14% | |
*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.
