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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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Best Alfredo sauce recipe I have ever made
The Best Homemade Alfredo Sauce Recipe Ever It has been a long time since I had a delicious, homemade Alfredo sauce to douse on some of my favorite dishes. However, not anymore as I have found a great recipe. The best thing about this recipe is that it is so easy to make. It takes only three ingredients and no packets which makes it easier on people with dietary restrictions. The first thing that I do is coat a saucepan with a little bit of butter and then melt it on a stove-top on medium-high heat. Once the butter has melted, I pour in a cup of heavy cream and let it come up to a simmer on the stove.
I love soups, but I don’t always have time to make one. I’m super picky though and don’t like some of the pre-made soups. They always try to put lots of salt in them too. But I like soup and I like alfredo sauce and I like to make my own. I like to make a pot of alfredo sauce and freeze it. It makes it easy to make on a busy weeknight. All you need is alfredo sauce, cream, butter, and Parmesan cheese. Here’s how to make this amazing sauce. Place 2 tablespoons of butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Looks great! Does the cream cheese allow it to reheat without breaking?
Yes, just reheat very slowly.
The best sauce I’ve ever made, truly the most requested by my family! And let’s be serious folks, that’s what matters most, family!
A lot of people make the claim their recipe is the best and usually it’s not. This sauce however, HOLY COW. Admittedly my exposure to Alfredo is limited to jarred, Olive Garden, and this one small expensive Italian Restaurant, but this sauce is much much better! Thank you so much!
I made a double batch and I have to tell you, it’s close to the best I have ever tasted. I lost my wife to cancer a while back and I have been learning to cook for myself. I put broccoli in and added Penne pasta. I have enough to last me a while. Great with pan browned Texas garlic toast. Thank you for teaching an old man (61), how to cook for himself, I appreciate you very much Thank you for your good works.
BTW, I have a beautiful Australian shepherd named Sally. I gave her a plate also. She highly approves!
Thank you again.
John
So sorry about your wife, I bet she would be proud you’re learning how to cook! xo
This recipe is by far the best I’ve ever had!!! Even my son who is 1.5 and daughter who is 3.5 are obsessed as well as hubby. I used A2 Whole milk instead of heavy cream due to their tummies. We use A2 for everything. And added more cheese. Thank you so much for this recipe.
I have been making this Alfredo sauce for a little over 4 years now and it is by far the BEST Alfredo sauce I have ever had. Better than any restaurant!!! It is so simple to make and quick too! If you’re like me and like the sauce nice and fresh, but only need to cook for 2, halving this recipe works PERFECTLY for two! Could not recommend this recipe more. It’s definitely one of my absolute favorites!
Is this Alfredo recipe for one pound of pasta?
Yes, give or take some pasta depending on how much each person uses.
I made twice the amount of sauce and family and friends loved it.
Thank you so much! Yummy!
This is one of my favorite sauces I use over spaghetti squash! Recently, I used half the amount of butter and used 1/2 cup half and half and 1 1/2 cup almond milk and 1 T cornstarch to thicken it up. My husband felt it was too heavy last time, so this was my attempt to lighten it up:)
I am currently rating this as I am eating & wow…literally, the best! I am so happy I found this recipe. Thank you!
Can I freeze it? I was going to put in a airtight freezer bag.
Thanks Michele
No, this alfredo sauce does not freeze well.
This sauce was wonderful. The only thing I changed was to use Boursin Garlic & Herb cheese because our son isn’t fond of the taste of cream cheese, and I also went a bit light on the salt. Served with about 2 cups of nice lumpy freshly-picked crab meat, it made an incredibly satisfying and richly decadent meal. Recipe saved, and will likely use this one again and again. Thank you!
This really is THE BEST (I just added 0 salt because cheese is salty and I used salted butter)