Description
Creamy and comforting, this classic Alfredo sauce is quick to make and perfect for pastas, vegetables, or protein-packed meals.
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and add minced garlic. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 2: Pour in the heavy cream and stir continuously for 3–4 minutes, allowing it to warm up.
Step 3: Add grated Parmesan cheese and whisk until fully melted and smooth.
Step 4: Sprinkle in nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir well and simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for best results. Don’t overheat the sauce to keep it silky smooth.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg