Description
Alfredo Sauce is a luxurious, creamy Italian classic that transforms everyday dishes into culinary masterpieces. This simple recipe combines heavy cream, butter, and freshly grated Parmesan to create a velvety sauce that clings perfectly to pasta. Whether you?re drizzling it over fettuccine or using it as a base for casseroles, this homemade Alfredo Sauce is sure to impress family and friends alike. With just a handful of ingredients and under 30 minutes of preparation time, you can elevate your cooking game effortlessly. Feel free to customize the flavor by adding garlic, herbs, or even protein for a complete meal!
Ingredients
1 cup heavy cream
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2–3 cloves garlic (minced)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add minced garlic and saut? until fragrant (about 1 minute).
3. Gradually stir in heavy cream and simmer gently.
4. Whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
Experiment with flavor by adding saut?ed vegetables or grilled chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Protein: 8g