Description
Alfredo sauce is a creamy, indulgent delight that transforms any pasta dish into a comforting masterpiece. Made with just a handful of ingredients, this rich sauce envelops fettuccine in velvety goodness, making it perfect for special occasions or cozy dinners at home. In under 30 minutes, you can whip up this classic Italian sauce that promises to impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter until bubbly but not browned.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Slowly pour in heavy cream while stirring gently; let it simmer for a few minutes.
- Gradually stir in grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately over your favorite pasta or use as a base for other dishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauce
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup (60g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg