Quick N Tasty Alfredo Sauce

Transform your pasta nights with this Quick N Tasty Alfredo Sauce—a creamy, indulgent recipe that's ready in just 10 minutes! This rich and velvety sauce combines the buttery aroma of sautéed garlic with the luxurious texture of heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Perfectly seasoned with a hint of salt and freshly ground black pepper, it’s the ultimate homemade alternative to store-bought Alfredo sauces. Whether you're drizzling it over fettuccine, using it as a base for casseroles, or pairing it with grilled chicken or shrimp, this versatile recipe is sure to impress. Plus, a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and extra flavor to this easy, crowd-pleasing dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

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Prep Time:2 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
0.5 teaspoons salt
0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
2 tablespoons optional parsley, chopped for garnish

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until fully liquefied.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 3

Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 4

Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese to the saucepan, stirring well after each addition to ensure it melts smoothly into the sauce.

Step 5

Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Stir until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Remove from heat and serve immediately over cooked pasta or as desired. Garnish with chopped parsley if using.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(320g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1120

Total Fat 104g	0%
Saturated Fat 64g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 320mg	0%
Sodium 1439.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 32g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 880mg	0%
Iron 0mg	0%
Potassium 0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 88.0%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 0.0%