Homemade Alfredo Sauce Recipe
This rich and creamy homemade Alfredo sauce is a quick and easy recipe made with butter, heavy cream, garlic, and parmesan cheese. Perfect for tossing with pasta, drizzling over chicken, or dipping your favorite breadsticks!
Servings 6
Calories 513kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced (you can substitute garlic powder)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Add ½ cup of unsalted butter to a medium saucepan and stir until melted. Add 3 cloves of minced garlic and simmer until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Whisk in 2 cups of heavy cream and 1 ½ cups of grated parmesan cheese. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, whisking constantly. You will want the sauce to be bubbly, but be careful not to overheat as this will boil over easily.
- Reduce the heat and allow the sauce to simmer for about 5 minutes. Serve with your favorite variety of pasta or as a dipping sauce for breadsticks. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use Fresh Parmesan Cheese: For the best flavor and creamy texture, grate fresh parmesan cheese. Pre-shredded cheese may not melt as smoothly due to anti-caking agents.
- Low and Slow Heat: Cook the sauce over low to medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent the cream and cheese from scorching or separating.
- Serve Immediately: Alfredo sauce thickens as it cools, so it's best enjoyed right after preparation. If it thickens too much, add a splash of warm cream or milk to adjust the consistency.
Nutrition
Calories: 513kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 51g | Saturated Fat: 32g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 152mg | Sodium: 461mg | Potassium: 132mg | Fiber: 0.03g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1855IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 281mg | Iron: 0.2mg