Description
Indulge in the rich, smooth goodness of a classic Alfredo sauce! This creamy, cheesy sauce is perfect for tossing with pasta, drizzling over vegetables, or even using as a dip. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality sauce right in your own kitchen!
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional, for a herby twist)
Instructions
Melt the butter:
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, making sure not to burn the garlic.Add the cream:
Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly to combine with the melted butter. Let it simmer for about 3-5 minutes, allowing the cream to thicken slightly.Add the cheese:
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and shredded mozzarella. Keep stirring until the cheeses are fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.Season and adjust:
Add salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to taste. If the sauce is too thick, you can thin it out by adding a little bit of pasta water or more cream. Stir well.Serve and enjoy:
Toss the Alfredo sauce with cooked pasta of your choice, or drizzle it over roasted vegetables or chicken. Serve immediately for that perfect, indulgent dish!
Notes
- Make It Lighter: Use half-and-half or whole milk instead of heavy cream for a lighter version, though the texture will be slightly different.
- Smooth Sauce: To ensure a smooth sauce, constantly stir and don’t let it boil too vigorously. If it begins to separate, lower the heat and whisk vigorously.
- Add Flavor: Feel free to toss in some chopped fresh parsley or basil for a burst of color and freshness!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce, Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: ~400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Classico Alfredo Sauce, Creamy Alfredo Sauce, Homemade Alfredo Sauce, Easy Alfredo Sauce Recipe, Pasta Alfredo Sauce