Description
A creamy homemade Alfredo sauce perfect for pasta dishes.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using).
- Simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
- Serve over cooked pasta.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best results.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: homemade Alfredo sauce, creamy pasta sauce, easy Alfredo recipe