Description
Creamy Alfredo Sauce is a rich, velvety pasta sauce made from butter, cream, and Parmesan cheese. It’s perfect for coating fettuccine, drizzling over vegetables, or adding a luxurious touch to chicken and seafood dishes. With its smooth texture and indulgent flavor, this classic Italian-American sauce transforms any meal into comfort food bliss.
Ingredients
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 ½ cups heavy cream
1 ½ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
Pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly, and bring to a gentle simmer.
Reduce heat to low and slowly whisk in Parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
Season with black pepper and salt to taste.
If desired, stir in parsley for a fresh finish.
Serve immediately over pasta, vegetables, or your favorite protein.
Notes
For a thicker sauce, let it simmer an extra minute after adding the cheese.
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and texture—pre-shredded varieties may cause a grainy sauce.
This sauce can be made ahead and reheated gently over low heat, adding a splash of cream if it thickens too much.