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The Best 10-Minute Homemade Alfredo Sauce: Rich, Creamy & Easy

A serving of fettuccine pasta generously coated in creamy homemade alfredo sauce and topped with black pepper.
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You can make a rich, creamy, and restaurant-quality Alfredo sauce from scratch in just 10 minutes using simple ingredients. Say goodbye to jarred sauce and give yourself some kitchen kudos for this easy win!

Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. You are doing great!
  2. Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and cook for about 1 minute until you can smell the aroma. Do not let the garlic brown.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring often. This should take about 3 to 5 minutes. Keep the heat steady.
  4. Reduce the heat to low. Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese, a little at a time, until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. This is where the magic happens!
  5. Stir in the salt and pepper. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. You earned this flavor!
  6. Remove the sauce from the heat immediately. Toss with your favorite cooked pasta, like fettuccine, or use it as a topping for chicken or vegetables.

Notes

  • For the creamiest sauce, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Pre-shredded cheese often contains anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting.
  • If the sauce thickens too much while tossing with pasta, add a splash of the reserved pasta cooking water to thin it to your desired consistency.
  • This recipe makes a fantastic base for Fettuccine Alfredo Sauce.

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