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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!
A Reader’s Review
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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I seriously love this recipe! It’s super easy to make and tastes delicious. I have been on the hunt for years for a good Alfredo recipe, this is definitely what I have been looking for. What’s even better is that’s it’s already gluten free! As someone with Celic, it’s super great to find a recipe that I don’t need to change. Everyone that I have made this for have loved it. 10/10 would recommend.
This was just amazing! I didnt have Italian seasoning and even without it was so delicious! And it only took about 12 minutes to make ?
Thanks for sharing!
Can I double the recipe or do I have to cook 2 separate pans? Also, can I add sautéed shrimp? I’m serving 11 to 12 women dinner so 2 batches will feed them, right? Thank you – it sounds delicious and easy from all the reviews.
Patty,
You can just double the recipe and you should be good to go with amount. I think that adding some shrimp would be really good. Good idea!! Please let me know how it turns out. Thanks for following along with me!
Amazing and easy!
Love it…will never buy premise stuff again. Thank you
This sauce was seriously amazing! Just made it yesterday for Valentine’s Day dinner. Totally a keeper!
I made this last night and OMG!!! It was so delicious and EASY! I will be making this recipe again without a doubt. I didn’t have shredded parmesan so I used shredded gouda and it was terrific. To anyone considering making this… MAKE IT! You will not be disappointed. Thank you for this excellent recipe.
Michelle!
Thank you so much for the kind word and comment. I love that you loved it so much!! Thanks for following along with me!!
Love the green bits what are they
I agree. This is the best ever. My family loves it.
This was amazing!
I made this and my family loved it!!! I was amazing! Thanks!
Love this recipe! I did everything as directed but noticed the sauce was a little thin. Just continue to simmer for longer than the time stated above. It will thicken in it’s own with a few whisks here and there. Also cover it while simmering. This is the best Alfredo Sauce I’ve ever tasted! I will definitely keep this in my rotation (per my husband lol)
Thanks!
P.S. That’s a lot of butter but its tasty! Will decrease the butter for dietary reasons.
Wow, this sauce was delicious!! Fresh parm gives it that little bit of Zing.. wow, i was actually amazed how well this turned out. I knew roughly how to make an alfredo sauce, but thought I would look it up quickly. Came across this recipe, it was the first one to be honest.. glanced at it, was surprised about the cream cheese.. I though it would be more like a Bechamel sauce. Tried it, roughly measured… added in some home dried herbs…tried it and…wow! Was pleasantly surprised. so easy, not worth buying a jar of plain and boring store-Alfredo sauce.. Never have… but never will “)
Thank you!
I am over 60 years old and had never made Alfredo sauce. I read no less than 20 recipes before deciding on this one. Excellent choice if I do say so myself because it turned out perfectly AND the best part is it didn’t separate when reheated the next day. So thank you for sharing this one. I will definitely make this one again.
Best ever!! I used to get Alfredo sauce at a restaurant that I loved. The restaurant eventually closed. I yearned for that flavor for years until now!! This is it ( it is delicious! Creamy, garlicky & wonderful!!
This was really good, seemed a little thin to me so I added more cream cheese. I also added shaved Parmesan, Asiago and Romano and it put it over the top!! Very Good recipie, thank you so much for sharing!