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Alfredo sauce is one of my most popular recipes EVER! This sauce is ultra creamy and belongs on everything. It’s so much better than store-bought and only takes 20 minutes to make!
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This was BY FAR the best alfredo recipe I have yet to find! If any of you are looking for online alfredo recipes, you can quit looking. This one is the richest/creamiest/most appetizing one I’ve found yet. I’ve trialed with several and this one beats them all. EXCELLENT recipe!! My husband cannot stop talking about how much ‘better’ my alfredo is this time!
Why You Need to Make This Alfredo Sauce Today!
- It’s so good, I eat it with a spoon! I “test” it so many times while cooking that I’m usually full before dinner even starts. It’s that creamy, cheesy, and irresistible.
- Cream cheese makes it next-level! This is my secret ingredient! It adds the perfect tang and smooth texture that most Alfredo sauces are missing.
- You won’t believe how simple and fast this is! It tastes fancy, but it’s so easy. One pan, a few ingredients, and 20 minutes later, you’re a dinner hero.
Ingredients Needed
- Different Cheese: To switch up the flavor, use half Romano cheese or Asiago cheese instead of Parmesan cheese.
- Do I have to use cream cheese? You can omit the cream cheese, but I suggest replacing it with 1/2 cup of additional heavy cream.
- Fresh or canned Parmesan? Freshly grated Parmesan is a must! The stuff in a can will make the sauce grainy, and the pre-shredded kind will end up very clumpy.
- Can I substitute the heavy Cream? You can use milk or half & half instead. The sauce will be lighter, but still tasty.
- Make it spicy! You can add in more spices and seasonings like red pepper flakes or paprika so your Alfredo has a little kick to it! Similar to this Cajun Alfredo pasta!
- What protein can I add? Alfredo sauce goes so well with chicken or shrimp.
How to Make Alfredo Sauce from Scratch
Not only does this Alfredo sauce use simple, everyday ingredients, but it also comes together in minutes.
- Melt: Add the butter, cream, and cream cheese to a medium pan and whisk over medium heat until melted.
- Whisk: Add the minced garlic, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper and whisk until combined. Make sure to whisk it together rather than stirring with a spatula. This will help your Alfredo sauce not to separate.
- Gradually Add Cheese: Continue to whisk until smooth before gradually adding the Parmesan cheese. (Overheating can cause the cheese to break and turn clumpy. Keep the heat low, stir gently, and avoid boiling. For best results, add the Parmesan off heat to help it melt smoothly.)
- Simmer and Serve: Bring to a simmer and whisk for about 3-5 minutes or until it thickens. Toss it with fettuccine noodles and serve immediately.
Alyssa’s Pro Tips
Want a thicker sauce? Cut the cream cheese up into cubes and add in small amounts at a time while stirring. It melts evenly and enhances the texture. If needed, whisk together 2 teaspoons of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it in to thicken further.
How Many Cups Does It Yield?
When you are done making your Alfredo sauce you will be able to fill a tall canning jar. This is about 14 to 16 ounces (1 pound) of pasta or 2 cups of sauce. I like to reserve a little sauce on the side for dipping breadsticks in.
Storing Leftover Alfredo Sauce
Alfredo sauce is a favorite at our house and I know that it won’t last long, even if I double it!
- In the Fridge: Store your homemade Alfredo sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Reheating: Reheat your sauce on the stovetop over low heat, stirring often. It is best not to microwave this sauce because it can cause the sauce to break and turn oily.
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Homemade Alfredo Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream 1 pint
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- ½ teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Add ½ cup unsalted butter, 2 cups heavy whipping cream, and 4 ounces cream cheese to a medium saucepan and whisk over medium heat until melted.
- Add ½ teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper Continue to whisk until smooth before gradually adding 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese.
- Bring to a simmer and continue to whisk for about 3-5 minutes or until it thickens. Toss it with your favorite pasta and serve immediately.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I just made this Alfredo sauce and it was the best Alfredo sauce I’ve ever tasted and very easy to make. The only ingredient I didn’t use was garlic powder because I didn’t have any on hand so I just added a little extra of finely minced garlic and it came out perfect! Thanks for this recipe, it will be the only Alfredo recipe I ever make again.
I ran across this recipe and made it this evening as I had everything on hand. I did not deviate one bit. It was AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS!! I will never, ever buy a jar of Alfredo sauce again. And I think this put most restaurant sauces to shame!!
My family thanks you!
Most wonderful Alfredo Sauce I’ve had! Very easy to make. Guests raved about it ~ a little sad there were no leftovers!
Yum! I mixed some homemade pesto into this sauce instead of the Italian seasoning (we need to cut the salt) WOW you have to try it, the basil and garlic compliments it. We served mixed with grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes and lightly cooked our zoodles right in the sauce so they soaked up that flavor.. the kids devoured it, so no lunch leftovers for me and they don’t even like zucchini! Thanks for a delcious recipe!
Just made it ,and it tastes wonderful. Beats every Alfredo sauce I ever bought from the grocery store by far. Very easy to make , tastes delicious and I might even have enough to refrigerate for tomorrow. I also used a bit more Parmesan,, just because we are big cheese lovers. This is highly recommended recipe,,and look no further. Simply delicious.
Whipping cream, is that like whip cream? Like cool whip ?
Heavy whipping cream is what you would use to whip cream. It is in a container by the milk. 🙂
Yes, it’s in the dairy section, by the milk. It comes in a pint container, which is the amount the recipe calls for,
This is the most awesome Alfredo sauce that I have ever had or made. I followed the recipe and it was perfect. I am making lobster ravioli for a baby shower and needed a good Alfredo sauce. I did a trial run this weekend for my family to make sure it would work with the lobster ravioli and they LOVED it! The recipe is super easy and Delish!!
Oh yeah, great stuff I halted the ingrediates for two people, only change was 1/4 tsp of nutmeg. Made it twice and it’s off the charts. Very rich.
I cant believe how easy and oh so delicious this is. I usually just shake in spices, but this time I did exactly as the recipe said. Oh wow…so good..
I will never buy jar alfredo again.
Thank you for this recipe, my family loves it!
I made this recipe to the T and I have a very picky family. We all loved it! My husband said he would eat it again ad long ad I made it exactly the same. It wad sinfully rich and better then Olive Garden!!! Thanks for a great recipe!!!!
This was the best alfredo sauce I ever made or ate! I have been cooking a lot for many many years, this was very easy to make. It was full of flavor! I made it with grilled chicken and broccoli. I will never order it out again!!!
I followed the recipe closely and all I can think is, it tastes like cream cheese. Won’t ever put cream cheese in Alfredo again. Marscapone cheese Might be a better choice if you want an extra-creamy sauce.
Marscapone is a sweet cheese, so if you like that flavor you can try it. By adding all the other cheese and spices it should take care of the cream cheese flavor.
If you make a double batch and put in refrig. How will it last? When you reheat the sauce will stay smooth?
Would like to see more pictures of the sauce making process. Looks great.
What is the Italian seasoning?
It is a seasoning blend you can pick up at the grocery store.
But does it mean the Italian Herb blend you get in the herb and spices section or the Italian Seasoning/Dressing mix? I’m assuming the herb blend but I would like to be sure.
I use the Italian Herb bottle found in the seasoning/spices section.