Description
Transform your weeknight dinners with this creamy easy Alfredo sauce that can elevate any pasta dish into a gourmet experience. In just 20 minutes, you’ll create a rich and velvety sauce that impresses both family and friends. Ideal for busy evenings, this versatile sauce pairs perfectly with various pastas or even as a pizza base. Get ready to indulge in a comforting classic that brings everyone together!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until bubbling gently.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously until combined.
- Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens.
- Season with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Serve immediately over cooked pasta or as a dip.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauce
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 348
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 64mg
Keywords: For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or cashew cream. Enhance flavor by adding spinach or grilled chicken into the mix. A pinch of nutmeg can add warmth and depth to your sauce.