Homemade Alfredo Sauce
Nothing is better than homemade. This simple recipe for Homemade Alfredo Sauce is my favorite thing to serve with pasta.
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 2 cups parmesan cheese (shredded)
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ⅛ teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
- 12 oz fettuccine (optional for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare pasta according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over low/medium heat. Slowly mix in heavy cream once butter is about melted.
- Add in garlic. Slowly add in shredded parmesan cheese whisking until cheese is melted and sauce is creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Optional: serve with pasta and grilled chicken
Notes
How to Store Homemade Alfredo Sauce:
Place in a mason jar with a lid or any airtight container. Keep in the fridge 3-4 days. Stir consistently when reheating on low heat.
What Pasta is Best for Alfredo Sauce:
I serve my alfredo with fettuccini but pasta you enjoy will taste great with it.
Nutrition
Serving: 2ozCalories: 690kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 21gFat: 48gSaturated Fat: 30gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 192mgSodium: 764mgPotassium: 221mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1643IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 459mgIron: 1mg
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