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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.
My husband loved it! I did too cause it was so easy to make and it’s one I can remember by heart!
Thank you
Amazing Alfredo sauce! Stayed true to the recipe and it is DIVINE!!
Best Alfredo ever!!!!!!! Hubby doesn’t eat Alfredo but he did this one ????
Love it. I added about a half cup (ok… maybe a little bit more) mozzarella (and made sure it was fully melted) before the Parmesan cheese. Amazing! The great thing is the left overs were perfect. Anyone who has tried to reheat Alfredo knows it separates into a greasy mess. I put the left overs in a saucepan with just a splash of milk(would have used half and half if I had some at the time) and slowly heated until hot stirring frequently. Although slightly thinner than the first time… still very good! And no separation!
Thank you for a really simple recipe that’s so creamy and delicious.
For years I’ve been looking for a great Alfredo recipe. All fell far short of what I was looking for. Until now. This has quickly become my family’s all-time favorite and says that this rivals even the best they’ve ever had in Italian restaurants. This recipe is AMAZING!! Thank you…
Made this sauce with chicken and broccoli plus added a touch of red pepper flakes ohh my god Best I ever had, thank you for posting.
Just saw this recipe, we love Alfredo sauce, will try and rate it after I make. Thank you, it sounds amazing.
Will doubling the recipe ok
Yes, this recipe does well being doubled.
Love it, I use the tastefully simple Garlic Garlic in mine and either milk or whipping cream whatever I have on hand, it never disappoints.
How Much is a serving in the nutrition information?
I could BATHE in this sauce! Was making it before following the keto diet and now sure to make it even more. Poured it over chicken and steamed broccoli and briefly broiled it in the oven. SO GOOD!! Thank you for this lovely recipe and for the nutrition info, much appreciated!
This sauce is so delicious my family tries to eat it straight out of the saucepan. Creamy and perfect with a beautiful blend of seasoning!
Alfredo sauce is very popular at our coffee shop and we have to make it in large quantities. And what has helped us and made things easy is your recipe. we do not look for any other recipe for this sauce. Yours is the best and we love it. Looking for more such great recipes.
TONIGHT WE MADE THIS & IT WAS ( A-W-E-S-O-M-E ) I HATE STORE SAUCE THIS REALLY IS EASY!!! THANK YOU !!!
Can it be doubled and stored in the fridge?
Yes, this can be doubled. This alfredo needs to be stored in the refrigerator.
Cream cheese made it to sour. Italian spice too overpowering. Cut cream cheese in half and leave out Italian seasoning to make it more authentic l
AFTER READING THE ITALIAN SEASONING WAS TO STRONG I USED 1/4 teaspoon IT TURNED OUT AWESOME!!!