Description
Learn how to make a rich and creamy Alfredo sauce from scratch with this easy recipe. Perfect for coating pasta, chicken, or vegetables, this homemade sauce is a decadent addition to any meal.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)
- chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add Garlic: Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute.
- Pour Cream: Add heavy cream and simmer.
- Whisk in Cheese: Slowly add Parmesan, stirring until smooth.
- Season: Stir in salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Thicken: Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Serve: Use immediately or store in the fridge. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and texture.
- Pair this sauce with fettuccine, chicken, shrimp, or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
