Alfredo Sauce

Fresh made alfredo sauce with butter, heavy cream, cream cheese, parmesan cheese, and seasoning blend.

This recipe for Alfredo sauce is a rich and creamy sauce with a savory garlic and herb flavor. The combination of butter, heavy cream, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese creates a velvety texture that coats your palate with a luscious and indulgent taste. The garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper provide a depth of flavor that balances the richness of the sauce. This sauce is perfect for coating pasta, chicken, or vegetables, making any dish an indulgent and satisfying meal.

Servings

2-4

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Total Time

20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 ounces regular fat cream cheese
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, finely shredded

Instructions

Preparing Ingredients:

    • Ensure all ingredients, especially the parmesan cheese, are finely grated or minced as required.

Starting the Sauce:

    • In a medium saucepan, combine butter, heavy cream, and cream cheese.
    • Place the saucepan over medium heat, allowing the ingredients to melt while whisking continuously to ensure a smooth texture.

Infusing the Flavors:

    • Stir in the minced garlic, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
    • Continue whisking to evenly distribute the seasonings and to prevent any lumps from forming.

Final Touches:

    • Add the finely shredded parmesan cheese to the saucepan.
    • Stirring constantly, bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.

Serving:

    • Once done, remove from heat. The Alfredo sauce is now ready to be tossed with your favorite pasta or used in various dishes.

Tip: For a unique twist, consider adding sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or even grilled chicken strips. This versatile sauce is the perfect base for numerous culinary creations.

Prepare the minced garlic and seasonings.

Prepare the shredded parmesan cheese.

In a medium saucepan add butter, heavy whipping cream, and cream cheese.

Cook over medium heat and whisk until melted.

Add the minced garlic, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

Continue to whisk until smooth.

Add the parmesan cheese.

Stir and bring to a simmer and continue to cook for about 3-5 minutes or until it starts to thicken.