Homemade Alfredo Sauce
A rich and creamy homemade Alfredo sauce that’s perfect for pasta and can be customized with add-ins like chicken or shrimp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated for best flavor)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pasta of choice (for serving)
- Cooked chicken or shrimp (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
- Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring gently.
- Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- If adding chicken or shrimp, mix them in and toss with your favorite cooked pasta.
Notes
Serve with garlic bread and a salad. Pairs well with a light white wine, like Pinot Grigio.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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