Description
Indulge in this rich and velvety homemade Alfredo sauce that transforms any pasta dish into a comforting delight. Simple ingredients come together for a gourmet experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients:
- 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
- Instructions for Preparation:
- 1. Melt the Butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until bubbly but not browned.
- 2. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- 3. Pour in Heavy Cream: Slowly add the heavy cream while stirring continuously. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- 4. Stir in Parmesan: Whisk in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce thickens.
- 5. Season: Add salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
- 6. Serve with Love: Pour your homemade Alfredo sauce over cooked fettuccine or your choice of pasta, garnishing with extra cheese or fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Sauce Preparation
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg