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the best homemade alfredo sauce

A rich, creamy Alfredo sauce made with butter, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan for a smooth restaurant-quality finish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Sauce
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Alfredo Sauce
  • 0.5 cup butter 1 stick
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pinch nutmeg optional

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or whisk
  • Cheese grater
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, 30–60 seconds.
  3. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Slowly whisk in Parmesan until smooth and creamy.
  5. Season with salt, pepper, and optional nutmeg.
  6. Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  7. Serve immediately with hot pasta.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest sauce.