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Homemade Alfredo Sauce

A rich and creamy Alfredo sauce that enhances pasta dishes and transforms simple dinners into special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Sauce Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced (optional) Add for extra flavor.
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese Plus more for serving.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch nutmeg (optional)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
  • 12 ounces fettuccine or pasta of choice

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions in salted water, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water before draining.
  2. In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  3. If you're using garlic, add it now and cook for about a minute, just until fragrant.
  4. Gradually pour in the heavy cream while whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Lower the heat and whisk in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  7. Season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of nutmeg according to your taste. Adjust as needed.
  8. Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if the sauce needs to be loosened.
  9. Serve immediately, topped with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley if desired.

Notes

To enhance the richness, consider adding a touch of cream cheese. It's best to use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for better melting and flavor.