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Homemade Alfredo Sauce Recipe

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This creamy and rich Homemade Alfredo Sauce is a classic Italian-American favorite, made from butter, heavy cream, cream cheese, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. With aromatic garlic and Italian seasoning, this sauce comes together effortlessly on the stovetop in just 15 minutes, perfect for tossing with your favorite pasta for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Alfredo Sauce Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • ½ teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Whisk Butter, Cream, and Cream Cheese: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add ½ cup unsalted butter, 2 cups heavy whipping cream, and 4 ounces cream cheese. Whisk the mixture continuously until the butter and cream cheese have fully melted and combined smoothly.
  2. Add Seasonings: Stir in ½ teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper. Continue whisking until the mixture is smooth and fragrant.
  3. Incorporate Parmesan Cheese: Gradually add 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese to the saucepan while whisking continuously to ensure the cheese melts completely into the sauce without clumping.
  4. Simmer and Thicken: Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and continue whisking for 3 to 5 minutes until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
  5. Serve: Remove from heat and immediately toss the Alfredo sauce with your favorite cooked pasta. Serve hot for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and smoothest sauce.
  • Constant whisking prevents the sauce from burning or separating.
  • Adjust salt and pepper to taste if needed.
  • This sauce is best served immediately but can be gently reheated with additional cream if it thickens too much.
  • For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream, though the sauce will be less rich.

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