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Alfredo Sauce Without Heavy Cream


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  • Author: Hilda Everly
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x

Description

Creamy and satisfying, this Alfredo sauce recipe without heavy cream offers a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite. With rich flavors from garlic and Parmesan cheese, this sauce clings beautifully to your pasta, transforming a simple meal into a cozy dining experience. Perfect for busy weeknights or romantic dinners, you can whip it up in no time while impressing your family or guests with its indulgent taste.


Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat without browning it.
  2. Add minced garlic and saut? until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Gradually stir in whole milk, ensuring no lumps form.
  4. Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove from heat and mix in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste before serving over pasta.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sauce making
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 490mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg