Name: Homemade Alfredo Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups heavy cream; 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste; ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional); ½ cup whole milk or half-and-half (optional, to thin the sauce if needed)

Description

This creamy and decadent Homemade Alfredo Sauce recipe is a perfect classic for pasta lovers. Made with butter, garlic, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, this sauce offers a rich, silky texture with a hint of nutmeg for added complexity. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, it pairs beautifully with fettuccine, chicken, or vegetables for a comforting and elegant meal.

Ingredients

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Alfredo Sauce Ingredients

½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
½ cup whole milk or half-and-half (optional, to thin the sauce if needed)

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Instructions

Melt the Butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter completely to form the base of the sauce.
Sauté the Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, ensuring it does not brown or burn.
Add the Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and stir well. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer while stirring occasionally to combine flavors.
Stir in the Parmesan: Reduce the heat to low and slowly whisk in the Parmesan cheese. Continue whisking until the sauce is smooth, creamy, and fully incorporated.
Season the Sauce: Add salt, freshly ground black pepper, and nutmeg if using. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add whole milk or half-and-half until reaching your desired consistency.
Serve Immediately: Remove the sauce from heat and serve warm over your favorite pasta, chicken, or vegetables for the best taste and texture.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and smooth melting.
The nutmeg is optional but adds a subtle warm depth to the sauce.
If the sauce thickens too much as it cools, stir in a splash of milk before serving.
Serve immediately to prevent the sauce from separating or thickening too much.
This sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently before serving.