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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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Absolutely amazing. The only thing i added different from the original was some button mushrooms that needed used up. Love!!
How many servings is this for?
This will serve about 6 to 8 people depending on everyone’s serving size. Enjoy! XOXO
I tried this Alfredo recipe for the first time. It is Fabulous!! I Loved it!
So simple, easy, and delicious! My husband’s new favorite.
This recipe is awesome. I prepared for my family as a special treat since my daughter is home on Christmas break. It was perfectly delicious with shrimp and scallops! And it’s so easy I don’t have to wait for an occasion to prepare it. Thanks!!
I cooked your Alfred recipe tonight and my very picky and hard to please grandkids gave it a 5 star rating!!! Great recipe, thank you for sharing!!!
Oh Susan!
I am so glad to hear! Thanks for sharing with me. This is one of my favorites. Thanks for following along with me. xoxo
This is, in fact, the best alfredo sauce ever! Better than any restaurant or recipe I’ve tried. Everyone loves it and I get frequent requests for this dish.
How much pasta does your recipe make? 1LB?
This will make a box of pasta. About 1 to 2 pounds depending on how much is used per person. Hope that helps! XOXO
I made this recipe last night with stuffed chicken and shrimp shells and my family absolutely loved it don’t think I’m ever going to buy jar Alfredo sauce again. Thank you so much for sharing.
I’ve made this alfredo sauce several times. Tried it with chicken, shrimp, scallops and even with noodles alone. Every time it’s a huge hit. My step sons are very picky eaters but nearly licked the pot with this recipe. They’re always excited when I ask if they want alfredo tonight. Thank you for sharing such an amazingly easy recipe.
Would I be able to freeze the Alfredo sauce? It looks wonderful!
Unfortunately, it does not freeze well. It will be great in the fridge for about 2 to 3 days though. Hope that helps! Enjoy!XOXO
How do you go about reheating this. Everytime I do it tends to separate.
You will want to reheat it on low and continuously stirring it so it does not separate. Hope that helps! XOXO
I personally find that heating it a little in the microwave keeps it from separating.
Excellent and easy to make version of Alfredo sauce.
Hi there! Can this recipe be doubled/tripled? I’m cooking about 2lbs of tortellini for a party, how much sauce should I make? Thank you!
Hi there! Can this recipe be double/tripled? I am topping about 2 lbs of tortellini with alfredo sauce, how much sauce should I make? Thank you!
Yes, you are welcome to double or triple your recipe. That will be a great amount of sauce. Hope you enjoy your meal! XOXO
Better than any jar alfredo sauce. I decided to start making my own because my kids love alfredo but the store jar alfredo is just awful. It was okay because the cream cheese was overwhelming.
Hi, I am making this for a little Christmas party tomorrow with friends. Is the Parmesan cheese the grated kind that comes from the shelf (shaker bottle) or the shredded kind from the refrigerator section? I guess there is also grated from the refrigerator section as well but I have been confused before in recipes when it called for grated Parmesan they actually meant the shredded from the fridge section. Thanks for your help!
It is grated from the shelf. Sorry for the confusion. Thanks for following along with me. Let me know when you make it and how it turns out! XOXO
I am certain you meant grated from the fridge and not the shelf, which usually refers to the stuff in the green can, right?? This looks delicious.
Yes, exactly! Enjoy! XOXO