Creamy Alfredo Sauce Recipe 🍝
Description:
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of homemade Alfredo sauce with this easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy family meal, this Alfredo sauce promises to elevate any pasta dish to gourmet status.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) from 11 reviews
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1042.9
- Fat: 65.2g
- Saturated Fat: 39.9g
- Cholesterol: 207.6mg
- Sodium: 560.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 88.9g
- Fiber: 3.7g
- Sugar: 3.5g
- Protein: 25.9g
Ingredients:
- 4 tbsp butter
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 6 oz parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/8 tsp ground white pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese
- Cooked pasta of your choice
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. |
| 2 | Once the butter is melted, remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the heavy cream, grated parmesan cheese, ground white pepper, and garlic powder. |
| 3 | Return the saucepan to the heat and stir the ingredients together until the cheese is melted and the sauce is well combined. Be careful not to let the mixture boil. |
| 4 | Add the mozzarella cheese to the sauce and continue stirring until the cheese is fully melted, and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy. |
| 5 | Toss the cooked pasta with the Alfredo sauce until evenly coated. |
| 6 | Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with extra parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper if desired. Enjoy! |
Recipe Notes:
- For a thicker sauce, allow it to simmer gently over low heat, stirring occasionally, until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Feel free to customize your Alfredo sauce by adding cooked chicken, shrimp, or vegetables for an extra burst of flavor and nutrition.
- Leftover sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, stirring occasionally, until warmed through.
Enjoy the creamy decadence of this homemade Alfredo sauce, and savor every bite of your pasta creation! 🍴
