Best Alfredo Sauce

5 from 1 vote

Alfredo sauce, with its rich and creamy blend of butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, offers a luxurious and comforting flavor that transforms ordinary pasta dishes into gourmet experiences.

Prep Time10

Cook Time5

Total Time5

Course: Sauce

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: cheese, cheese sauce, creamy sauce, italian classic, pasta, sauce

Servings: oz

Calories: 545kcal

Author: Courtney O'Dell

Equipment

Rotary Cheese Grater Cheese Shredder - Cambom Kitchen Manual Cheese Grater with Handle Vegetable Slicer Nuts Grinder 3 Replaceable Drum Blades and Strong Suction Base Free Cleaning Brush
GIR: Get It Right Premium Stainless Steel Whisk | Seamless, Whisks for Mixing, Cooking, and Stirring | Mini-8 IN, Studio White
HexClad Hybrid Nonstick Frying Pan, 10-Inch, Stay-Cool Handle, Dishwasher and Oven-Safe, Induction Ready, Compatible with All Cooktops

Ingredients

½ cup unsalted butter
½ tsp minced garlic
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp thyme
1 tsp oregano
¾ tsp sea salt
½ tsp ground black pepper
2 cups heavy whipping cream
4 oz cream cheese
1 cup grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter. When hot and frothy add garlic and cook for about 3 minutes till browning and fragrant.
Add the garlic powder, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
Add the heavy cream and cream cheese. Whisk and heat until smooth.
Add the parmesan cheese, stir and melt about 3 minutes till it thickens. Toss with pasta.

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