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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.
Can you make the Alfredo sauce ahead and can you freeze it?
You can make the Alfredo sauce sooner and keep it in the fridge up to 3 days. I would not recommend freezing. Enjoy your Alfredo sauce! XOXO
Wow. This is really good and creamy. Thank you for sharing. I did not add the SALT though, because the butter and Parmesan cheese had more than enough salt for the sauce. I also sautéed some chicken breast with a sprinkle of salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then cut it up and added to the sauce to make chicken Alfredo.
I’ll have to try this, although I don’t think I can make alfredo sauce without nutmeg… I love it in most cream sauces. I started putting nutmeg in them when I tried a Martha Stewart recipe for Italian Grilled Cheese sandwiches (basically made like french toast but with fresh mozzarella in between two slices of Texas Toast, then heavy cream and nutmeg added to the egg that you dip it in.)
This has become such a staple in my house. All the teenagers love it! We have even eaten it with ground meat and I called it “stroganoff” .. haha they didn’t care they love this sauce!
Add a dash of nutmeg…it will change your life 😀
The recipe is PERFECTION!!! I will never use Alfredo sauce from the jar ever again!!!
Which Italian seasoning do you use? Or what are the spices in the blend you use? Thanks!
I used the Italian seasoning, spice. It is in the season isle and it is a combination of several spices. XOXO
Excellent sauce,, we used egg noodles and mixed in steamed broccoli, steamed crinkle cut carrot slices, and chopped mushrooms and then tossed in the sauce made exactly to your recipe,, best thanksgiving meal alternative in a long time. Thank you for posting this. I am going to print this out.
That is great to hear! Thank you for following along with me! XOXO
Recipe sounds great! would love to try it but not sure how many people sauce would serve.
This alfredo sauce was absolutely amazing. Healed all my family problems. This sauce has the potential to cure cancer worldwide. Fully recommend. Would give a rating of a 10/10!!!!
Very Good. Kids loved it.
I am going to make this for dinner tomorrow I know my husband and I will love it thank you for the recipes . im going to try them all
This Alfredo sauce is absolutely the worlds best!!! I was scared about the Italian seasoning but holy cow it adds just that little bit extra something. It’s not overpoweringly garlic either. I sautéd some chicken first, set it aside, then added the chicken and some thawed broccoli at the end. Sooooo good!!!
I’m just learning/starting to count macros. What is the nutritional value for this sauce? It’s a staple in my meal prep every week.
I like to use myfitnesspal.com for any nutritional information.
So good! Definitely making it like this from here on out.
Wow, the Alfredo Sauce was absolutely heaven without using flour. I loved how you discovered the delicious taste. I shared this sauce recipe mixed in pasta and already a person wanted this recipe. I told him, it’s the Alfredo Sauce, a key to heaven.