Description
Rich, creamy homemade Alfredo sauce made with butter, garlic, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for pasta, vegetables, and more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately over pasta, vegetables, or your favorite protein.
Notes
Use high-quality butter, cream, and Parmesan cheese for the best flavor. Stir occasionally while cooking to prevent scorching. Do not cook over high heat to avoid separation. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 2 months and reheat gently before serving. Customize with mushrooms, spinach, bacon, ham, or alternative cheeses.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe