Easy 15-Minute Homemade Alfredo Sauce Recipe
Make a rich, creamy, and classic homemade Alfredo sauce from scratch in just 15 minutes using simple ingredients. This recipe delivers the best Parmesan cream sauce for your pasta night.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Do not let the butter brown.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir constantly for about 3 minutes until the cream slightly thickens.
- Reduce the heat to low. Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese, a little at a time, until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Stir in the salt and pepper. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Toss immediately with your favorite cooked pasta, like fettuccine, or use as a topping for chicken or vegetables.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality, freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Pre-grated cheese often contains anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting.
- If you want a Garlic Alfredo Sauce, sauté 1 clove of minced garlic in the butter for 30 seconds before adding the heavy cream.
- If the sauce becomes too thick upon standing, add a tablespoon of reserved pasta water or milk to thin it to your desired consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 38
- Saturated Fat: 24
- Unsaturated Fat: 14
- Trans Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 120