Description
This Creamy Alfredo Sauce is unbelievably rich and flavorful, combining simple ingredients like butter, garlic, and parmesan. It’s perfect for a quick dinner or comfort food that everyone will love!
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 tsp garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup half and half
- 1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
- up to 1/4 cup hot milk (optional) or pasta water
- 1 pkg fettuccine noodles – cooked to package directions
- freshly chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium high heat and add the minced garlic. Let it simmer for about a minute.
- Stir in the cream and half and half, whisking until combined. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, whisking to incorporate.
- Gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt slowly while stirring continuously.
- Once the cheese has melted completely and the sauce is smooth, whisk in hot milk or pasta water in small amounts to achieve desired thickness.
- Combine the sauce with the cooked fettuccine noodles and toss. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
For a thicker sauce, use less milk or pasta water.
Freshly grated parmesan cheese gives the best flavor and texture.
You can add grilled chicken or shrimp for added protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 642
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 47g
- Saturated Fat: 28g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 154mg