Description
Whip up this creamy Alfredo sauce in just minutes for a luxurious pasta experience that delights every palate.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream while whisking gently. Cook until the mixture simmers, about 3-4 minutes.
- Gradually add grated Parmesan cheese, whisking constantly until fully melted and the sauce thickens, approximately 3 minutes.
- Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper as desired.
- Toss the sauce with cooked pasta or serve over individual portions, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Enhance your Alfredo sauce by adding fresh herbs like parsley or spices such as nutmeg for an extra flavor boost. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently on low heat with a splash of cream.