Description
This classic homemade Alfredo Sauce is creamy, rich, and full of Parmesan flavor. Perfect for pasta or as a base for other Italian favorites, it comes together in minutes using simple ingredients.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until foamy.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, but not browned.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg; continue stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately over pasta or your favorite dish.
Notes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 100mg