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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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This sauce is AMAZING! I see it says serves 10. Does anyone know the serving amount?? I can’t find it.
She used a full box of pasta, so whatever the serving size is on that box.
Absolutely delicious!!! Super simple and now our favorite recipe! Thank you so much
Oh my goodness this was so so good. The cream cheese makes a huge difference in the best way! I didnt add any salt to mine. Best alfredo recipe ever thankyou!
Hey thanks for this recipe it was really tasty and my son enjoyed it alot.
Just a note to some people I just personally didn’t like the cream cheese added into it. But that’s just my taste. Otherwise very good and easy to follow instructions.
I have zero social media accounts and have rarely clicked a like ? button on anything, however, this recipe deserves some acknowledgment…it’s amazing!!Ots absolutely far better than, not only homemade Alfredo recipes I’ve tried to tackle, but it’s better than any Alfredo sauce I’ve had, at any restaurant in at least 20 yrs (and trust me I’m a fan of Alfredo anytime anywhere!! kind of person!). I’ve been craving this kind of Alfredo for years and years, and my tummy is so happy tonight:) Who knew it would be so amazing with such ease and simple ingredients! However, my only recommendation is to use all fresh ingredients. Tonight was my first time cooking w home-grown oregano(I used my own grown parsley and basil also, but either or a given in tons of recipes anyways. Bottom line, this recipe is so great, and I recommend using fresh ingredients bc it makes it even a smidge better:)
I have been making this recipe for about 3 years now and it is the best ever! It is better than most restaurants. I appreciate you for posting the sauce recipe for one of my favorite meals.
This sauce is perfect! Perfect amount of spices! My family loved it!!!! Thank you
This was amazing! Better than anyth8ng I’ve made in the past.
I added 1/8 tsp. of Nutmeg to this marvelous sauce…try it!
This is truly is the best Alfredo sauce that I have ever tasted. I add cooked chicken to it right before I add the pasta. Can’t get enough.
Best Alfredo sauce ever! I tweaked it just a bit and added 2 teaspoons of garlic powder because our family loves garlic besides that hands-down the best Alfredo sauce I’ve ever had!
This has been my favorite recipe forever! Can I freeze it?
I made this and it tasted great but at the very end of cooking the sauce, the sauce is separated. I must’ve done something wrong…I haven’t made a sauce like this before.
Ok so I usually hate alfredo sauce because classically it’s just pasta water and parm. But BABEY, this is amazing. I add too much garlic probably but it just good every single time.
I iust had to come back and comment. I used your recipe and made the BEST shrimp fettuccine alfredo that my family has ever tasted. It was so rich, creamy, and thick! It helped to make my recipe remarkable!
This is so easy and yummy Only thing I did was added some crispy Pancetta on top and a little flat leaf parsley. This will also be my new go to tasty dinner True Confessions I also put a little cayenne pepper in for a kick Thanks for the dish
I put a little extra minced garlic in it, and it turned out great. I wanted to boil it longer so it would thicken but I checked the sauce after it cooled and it was good