Description
This Creamy Alfredo Sauce features rich flavors, easy preparation, and is perfect for a comforting meal. Enjoy it with fettuccine for a delicious twist!
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 tsp garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup half and half
- 1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
- up to 1/4 cup hot milk or pasta water
- 1 pkg fettuccine noodles – cooked to package directions
- freshly chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium high heat and add the minced garlic. Let simmer for just a minute.
- Add in the cream and half and half and whisk until combined, then bring to a gentle simmer.
- Whisk in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt slowly while mixing.
- Once the cheese is fully melted and smooth, whisk in small amounts of hot milk or pasta water to achieve your desired sauce thickness.
- Toss the sauce with the cooked fettuccine noodles and garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
For a thicker sauce, add less hot milk or pasta water.
Freshly grated parmesan works best for a smooth, creamy texture.
This sauce can easily be adjusted to your taste with added spices or herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 120mg