Creamy Alfredo Sauce
This classic creamy Alfredo sauce is rich, velvety, and incredibly simple to make. Using just a few high-quality ingredients, it creates a luscious sauce perfect for pasta, chicken, or even as a dipping base for breadsticks and vegetables.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 ½ cups heavy cream
1 ½ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon black pepper
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Season with black pepper and salt to taste. Let the sauce simmer for another 2 to 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley if desired.
Serve immediately over your favorite pasta or use as a creamy base for other dishes.
Notes
se freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest texture. Avoid high heat to prevent the cream from curdling or the cheese from clumping. This sauce thickens as it cools and can be adjusted with a splash of pasta water if needed. For a lighter version, substitute half the cream with whole milk.
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