Description
Indulge in a creamy homemade Alfredo sauce that transforms any pasta dish into a gourmet experience. This easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners and special occasions alike.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until bubbly.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream while stirring constantly; let it simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Gradually mix in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately over your favorite pasta, or store in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 293
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 266mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 73mg