Description
Learn how to make a quick and easy authentic Alfredo sauce that is perfect for tossing with pasta or using as a versatile sauce for various dishes.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Cheese: Reduce the heat to low and gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese, whisking continuously until smooth.
- Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste and simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Finish: Remove from heat and toss immediately with hot cooked pasta or use as a sauce for other dishes. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- For the smoothest texture, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Best served immediately as the sauce may thicken upon standing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
