Classic Homemade Alfredo Sauce
A rich and creamy Alfredo sauce made with simple ingredients, perfect for fettuccine pasta or as a base for a variety of dishes.
Ingredients
For the Sauce
- 1/2 cup Butter Melted slowly to prevent browning.
- 4 cloves Fresh garlic, minced Use fresh for best flavor.
- 2 cups Heavy whipping cream Provides creaminess.
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning For added flavor.
- 1 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese Grated fresh for the best taste.
- to taste Salt and pepper Adjust to personal preference.
For Serving
- to serve plates Fettuccine pasta Cook as per package instructions.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients before starting to make the cooking process smoother and more enjoyable.
Cooking
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter slowly to prevent it from browning.
- Once the butter is melted, sauté the minced garlic for about a minute until fragrant; avoid burning it.
- Pour in the heavy whipping cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Add the Italian seasoning after a few minutes of simmering to infuse the sauce with flavor.
- Gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions while the sauce simmers.
- Drain the pasta and toss it in the creamy Alfredo sauce until fully coated.
- Serve immediately and enjoy, optionally topping with extra Parmesan.
Notes
For best results, use fresh garlic and freshly grated cheese. If the sauce is too thick, loosen it with a bit of reserved pasta water. Can be served with chicken, broccoli, shrimp, or garlic bread.