Homemade Alfredo Sauce
Homemade Alfredo Sauce is a creamy, cheesy, and indulgent pasta sauce made with butter, cream, and Parmesan. Ready in just minutes, it’s far superior to store-bought and perfect for fettuccine, chicken, or casseroles.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups (about 4 servings)
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add garlic (if using) and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly.
- Lower heat and whisk in Parmesan cheese gradually until smooth and melted.
- Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg if using.
- Stir over low heat for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately over pasta or other dishes. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest texture.
- Keep heat low when adding cheese to avoid graininess.
- Half-and-half can be substituted for heavy cream for a lighter sauce.
- Mix in Romano or Asiago cheese for extra flavor.
- Best served fresh, but leftovers can be reheated gently with added milk or cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (based on 4 servings)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 26g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
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