Creamy Alfredo Sauce
Savor the luxurious taste of homemade Alfredo sauce, a delightful blend of rich cream, butter, and Parmesan that elevates any pasta dish. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures a velvety sauce that clings perfectly to your favorite noodles. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this Alfredo sauce is a comforting classic that brings warmth and joy to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, boil salted water and cook fettuccine until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt unsalted butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Slowly whisk in heavy cream and let simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Gradually add freshly grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Combine cooked fettuccine with the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 103mg