Alfredo Sauce
Alfredo Sauce is a rich, creamy, and cheesy sauce that’s perfect for pasta, chicken, or seafood dishes. Made with butter, cream, and Parmesan, this classic sauce is indulgent yet easy to prepare in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic minced (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Melt butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
- Add garlic (optional): Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add cream: Pour in heavy cream, whisking continuously. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Incorporate cheese: Reduce heat to low. Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste. Adjust consistency with more cream or cheese if needed.
- Serve: Toss immediately with freshly cooked pasta or drizzle over chicken, shrimp, or vegetables.
Notes
- Thicker sauce: Simmer a little longer to reduce and thicken.
- Smoother sauce: Use freshly grated Parmesan (not pre-shredded) to avoid clumps.
- Lighter version: Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Extra flavor: Add a pinch of nutmeg or stir in cooked spinach, mushrooms, or shrimp.
- Storage: Best served fresh, but can be refrigerated up to 2 days. Reheat gently over low heat with a splash of cream.