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Creamy Alfredo Sauce Recipe

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A rich and creamy Alfredo sauce made with butter, heavy cream, garlic, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, perfect for tossing with your favorite pasta for a classic Italian-inspired meal.

Ingredients

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Alfredo Sauce Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half and half for a lighter sauce)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Freshly grated nutmeg (optional, to taste, start with 1/4 teaspoon)

Instructions

  1. Melt the Butter and Simmer Cream: In a medium saucepan over medium-low to medium heat, melt the butter. Then add the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer, ensuring it’s lightly bubbling but not boiling. Whisk frequently and cook for about 5 minutes until the cream starts to thicken slightly.
  2. Add Garlic and Cheese: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute to release its aroma. Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese in two to three batches, whisking constantly to ensure the cheese melts smoothly into the cream without clumping.
  3. Season the Sauce: Season the sauce with salt, freshly cracked pepper, and optionally, freshly grated nutmeg starting with 1/4 teaspoon, adjusting to taste. If the sauce becomes too thick, thin it out with a splash of extra cream or reserved pasta water.
  4. Toss with Pasta and Serve: Once the sauce is smooth and creamy, toss it with your favorite cooked pasta and serve immediately for a decadent, flavorful dish.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and smoothest texture.
  • Be careful not to boil the cream, as it can separate and affect the sauce texture.
  • If the sauce gets too thick, add reserved pasta water gradually to achieve desired consistency.
  • For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half and half.
  • Freshly grated nutmeg is optional but adds a subtle warm flavor enhancing the sauce.

Keywords: Alfredo sauce, creamy pasta sauce, Italian sauce, homemade Alfredo, Parmesan sauce

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