Description
A rich and creamy homemade Alfredo sauce made with butter, heavy cream, garlic, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, perfect for elevating pasta dishes and versatile for various meals.
Ingredients
1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir gently; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and gradually whisk in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and optional nutmeg; stir to combine.
- Simmer on low for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens to desired consistency.
- Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
- Serve over pasta or as desired.
Notes
For a lighter sauce, substitute half the heavy cream with whole milk.
Add a splash of white wine during the cream simmer for extra flavor.
Incorporate sautéed mushrooms or spinach for added texture and nutrients.
Try adding shredded mozzarella or Romano cheese with the Parmesan for a cheesy twist.
To make vegan, use vegan margarine, coconut cream, and vegan cheese alternatives.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently on low heat, stirring frequently; add milk or cream if sauce thickens too much.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
